These are the purebred cat breed registrations at the number one cat association in the UK – the GCCF – over the period 1988 to 2010 to which I have compared the 2020 figures. They are published with the association’s … continue reading…
According to the Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) the Ragdoll is the world’s most popular cat breed and has been for the past four years. The Infographic relates to 2020. The infographic is interesting, as well, for the fact that it … continue reading…
by Erin (Oakland, CA) Introduction: the question in the title was asked by a visitor to this website many years ago. The article was written many years ago which is why I have decided to refresh and update it and … continue reading…
Introduction The big question is how do you decide which breed is the most popular? Or the top 3 most popular cat breeds in the world. What criteria do you use? Are there records? Is there enough data on the … continue reading…
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and for a long time the Persian was considered the most popular. The popularity was mainly due to the appearance which is extreme. But you can turn that statistic on its head … continue reading…
“House cat” means a domestic cat so the question is asking what’s the best domestic cat out of the cat breeds (purebred cats). These are selectively bred over many decades. They have a polished appearance distinct from each other breed. … continue reading…
This is the current ranking of the most popular cat breeds recognised by the Cat Fanciers’ Association (CFA) which is probably the world’s leading cat association. It is certainly the largest. The list of most popular breeds is in the … continue reading…
Black-and-white cats are more popular than black cats and less popular than grey cats. Therefore, their popularity is relative and it is incorrect to suggest that they are unpopular in an absolute sense. Cat lovers like black-and-white cats because they … continue reading…
The Maine Coon has a sweet temperament. They are relaxed and easygoing with small voices including the famous trill. They don’t demand constant attention.
continue reading...Although cat association registration numbers don’t automatically equate to public popularity, they are an indicator, hence the title, which was selected for SEO reasons. This page applies to the UK. Michele informed me that: Overall, pedigree cat numbers are going … continue reading…
Maine Coon Cats – 7 kittens above and black MC below – photographs are strictly ©copyright Helmi Flick. Click on the photographs to see them in large format. top Contents Introduction Origin this page Origin — the legends, theories, myths (new … continue reading…
by Judy Nelson (Margate. FL) Binkyjack The last time I wrote was in Dec 2009. At that time I described the most amazing kitty that had filled a tremendous void after the death of my Dad. Binky Jack will be … continue reading…
by Krystl (Summerfield, NC) 5 years ago I was blessed to be chosen by a cat who had escaped her abusive home. She was thin, her whiskers had been burned off 🙁 , and her coat was matted and scraggly. … continue reading…
I have had our Maine Coon Cat, Tuck, since he was five weeks old. He was born on February 14, 1999. I also had his sister, Nip, but she ran away the first year I had her. I decided then … continue reading…
White Maine Coon by Michael (London, UK) Do you want to see a white Maine Coon? Quite a lot of people do and I have the best photograph of one. It is, of course, the work of Helmi Flick, probably … continue reading…
