Cat Coat Types

Some Cats may have dule coat types

 

Hairless Cat Breeds

• Sphynx - Not truly hairless, but with a fine layer of peach-fuzz-like coat, wrinkled skin, and large ears.

• Donskoy - Originated in Russia, with wrinkled skin, almond-shaped eyes, and pronounced cheekbones.

• Elf Cat - A cross between the Sphynx and the American Curl, they inherit the hairlessness of the Sphynx and the curled ears of the American Curl.

• Peterbald - Another Russian breed with a range from bald to a fine coat; they have a slender, muscular body and a distinct head shape.

• Ukrainian Levkoy - Unique with their folded ears and a mostly hairless body, they have a dog-like personality.

 

Short-Haired Cat Breeds

• American Shorthair: Recognizable by its sturdy physique, rounded face, and prominent eyes.

• British Shorthair: Features a thick, soft coat, a circular face with full cheeks, and a robust frame.

• Bengal: Sports a glossy coat adorned with pronounced spots resembling a leopard's or marbled designs.

• Sphynx: Distinguished by its nearly bald appearance, textured skin, and pronounced, bat-like ears.

• Oriental Shorthair: Has a lean form, eyes shaped like almonds, and notably large, tapered ears.

• Siamese: Characterized by its sleek, lean figure, contrasting color points, and striking blue eyes in an almond shape.

• Manx: Known for its spherical silhouette and a notably short tail or sometimes no tail at all.

• Scottish Fold: Unique for its distinct folded ears, a round face, and a well-proportioned frame.

• Abyssinian: Displays a ticked fur design, elongated legs, and prominently sized, attentive ears.

• Russian Blue: Stands out with its rich blue-gray fur, eyes of a green hue in almond shape, and an elegant physique.

 

Long Haired Cat Breeds

• Maine Coon - Thick, flowing mane, tufted ears, bushy tails, and a sturdy bone structure.

• Persian - Luxurious long coat, flat, round face with large eyes, and a short muzzle.

• Ragdoll - Soft, silky semi-longhair, blue almond-shaped eyes, and a sturdy body.

• Norwegian Forest Cat - Dense, water-resistant top coat, bushy tail, and almond-shaped eyes.

• Siberian - Thick, three-layered coat, round eyes, and a robust body.

• Himalayan - Color-pointed long coat, round face with blue eyes, and short legs.

• Birman - Medium-length, silky coat with color-pointed patterns, round blue eyes, and a strong body.

• Angora - Fine, silky longhair, tufted ears, and almond-shaped eyes.

• Ragamuffin - Plush, dense coat, rounded face, and large, expressive eyes.

• Domestic Longhair - Various coat colors and patterns, thick fur, and a fluffy tail.

 

Curly Haired Cat Breeds

• Cornish Rex - Short, soft, wavy fur with a sleek appearance and prominent cheekbones.

• Devon Rex - Short, curly fur, with a distinctive wedge-shaped head and large ears.

• LaPerm - Both long and short-haired varieties with tight curls, large flared ears, and almond-shaped eyes.

• Selkirk Rex - Plush, curly coat; can be long or short-haired, with a rounded head and full cheeks.

• American Wirehair - Distinct crimped or curly fur texture with a sturdy build and rounded eyes.

 

Double Coated Cat Breeds

• Maine Coon: (Long Double Coat) These gentle giants have a thick, water-repellent double coat that keeps them warm and dry.

• Norwegian Forest Cat: With a name like that, you know they’re built for the cold! Their double coat is dense and woolly.

• Siberian: This breed’s double coat is not only beautiful but also hypoallergenic for some people.

• British Shorthair: Don’t let the “short” in their name fool you; their double coat is plush and dense.

• American Shorthair: Another short-haired breed with a surprisingly thick double coat.