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There are so many cat breeds. How can you decide which breed is right for you and your family? Follow this handy guide to select the perfect cat breed.

The first thing you should consider is whether you will be able to handle having a vocal cat. Some cat breeds can actually be quite noisy, which might not make you too popular with your neighbours. Breeds that are very vocal are the Siamese, the Korat, and the Burmese by contrast the Scottish Fold, Somali, and the American Curl are considered to be very quiet cat breeds.

You may also like to consider whether you want a cat who is cuddly, or if you'd prefer a more aloof breed. If you do not have a lot of free time, a cuddly cat who loves attention may be the wrong choice, however, affectionate cats are usually better with children than more reserved breeds. Some of the friendliest cat breeds are the Snowshoe, Abyssinian, Maine Coon, Ragdoll, Tonkinese, and the Himalayan Persian. Less sociable breeds are the Nebelung, and the Russian Shorthair.      

If you are looking for a cat who can amuse himself and will not get into constant mischief, then the Sphynx, Siamese, Rex, Balinese, and British Angora breeds may be a bad choice. These cats are very inquisitive and energetic. However, for someone who is homebound or has a lot of free time, these cats are a wonderful source of entertainment. In fact, the Rex is downright silly in his attempts to amuse those around him.

Of course, while you are looking at what cat breed to shop for, don't get so caught up in selecting the right temperament that you overlook other important features. One of the most important things to consider when you are looking for the right cat is whether you want a long-haired or short-haired breed. People who don't have a lot of time to devote to a pet may want to opt for a short haired breed. Although that fuzzy ball of fluff may look adorable right now, grooming adult long-haired cats can take up quite a lot of time. If you neglect your cat's coat, it can tangle and matt up at an alarmingly fast rate, right down to his skin. Once this happens, your only option is to have him shaved completely, which can be quite traumatic, and as your cat will probably have to be sedated before he can be shaved this also poses a health risk.

Once you consider all of the different features and traits for the cat breeds you are interested in, you will finally be ready to start searching for your new pet. Now, you will need to decide whether you want a kitten or if you would prefer to give an abandoned older cat a second chance. If you are looking for a certain breed of kitten, check out your local cat show, since most exhibitors have a few kittens for sale. If you don't want a specific breed, are happy with a mongrel kitten or cat, or even an older cat, then give your local animal rescue, or cat protection league a call, they are always searching for good homes for the pets in their care.

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