Last Updated on August 7, 2021 by Fumipets
Those who have fantasised about having a pet tiger will notice that they are stunningly gorgeous, strong, and striking while still seeming adorable and cuddly. These large cats, on the other hand, are not tamed and are obviously not adapted to live outside of their natural habitats, zoos, or sanctuaries. A bigger breed of a house cat is the next best option for exotic cat enthusiasts. Domestic cats are excellent pets because of their small size and minimal upkeep requirements.
Larger cat breeds are more self-assured. Most cats are inquisitive, but bigger cats have stronger leaping skills and are more likely to get into mischief. Cats of a larger size are more athletic and energetic. Many cats have deep bonds with their human owners and communicate their needs via mews, squeaks, and purrs.
Many cats have deep bonds with their human owners and communicate their needs via mews, squeaks, and purrs.
1. Maine Coon
The Maine coon is a big, well-proportioned domesticated cat with a thick, shaggy coat. There are many accounts of how this breed came to be. Although that storey has been scientifically disproved, others think they originated in America as a mix between a house cat and a raccoon. One explanation for the Maine coon’s long, silky coat and voluminous tail was the raccoon myth. This unusual and loving species makes a wonderful family companion and is regarded as a gentle giant among domesticated cats.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 10 to 16 inches
WEIGHT: 10 to 18 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: Long, double coat with over 75 colour options and eyes in green, gold, or copper.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 9 to 15 years
2. Ragdoll
The ragdoll’s name comes from its gentle, cuddly, and loving personality. When picked up, ragdolls fall into their beloved person’s arms, exactly like a rag doll. Their origins are shrouded in mystery, and numerous theories have been proposed, including CIA tests. In the 1990s, this wonderful family-friendly breed grew in popularity in the United States, and in 2000, the Cat Fancier’s Association recognised it.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 9 to 11 inches
WEIGHT: 10 to 20 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: Medium-length plush coat with a darker face, legs, tail, and ears; light-coloured body with darker face, legs, tail, and ears; Seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream coat colours; bicolour, van, mitted, and colourpoint coat patterns; seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream coat colours eyes that are blue
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 13 to 15 years
3. Norwegian Forest Cat
The Norwegian forest cat is a wild, long-haired barn cat with big yellow eyes and a strong physique. Breeders in Norway mated domestic cats with wild forest cats to create these big, robust animals. Since its domestication, the species has evolved into a completely pleasant, playful, and clever animal. The Norwegian forest cat is an excellent companion to have by your side.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 9 to 12 inches
WEIGHT: 13 to 20 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: One-of-a-kind double coat with a thick undercoat and a long, silky smooth topcoat; colours vary widely, and any colour and pattern is conceivable.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 14 to 16 years
4. Persian
The Persian cat’s face is its most distinctive feature. This long-haired cat has a squashed face with a wide, often flat face and a noticeably short snout. It seems bigger due to its lengthy hair. It is, in fact, one of the tiniest of the bigger kinds. This cat, unlike other larger cats, is happy to lounge about all day and isn’t as active or vigilant as the others.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 8 to 10 inches
WEIGHT: 7 to 12 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: Solid (white, black, cream), tabby, calico, bicolour, silver and gold, shaded, and smoky long coats are available.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10 to 17 years
5. Chausie
The Chausie is a big, energetic, and clever cat with an unusual appearance. Its origins may be traced back to the Egyptians. The chausie is named from the Latin word “felis chaus,” which means “jungle cat.” Its name was most likely given to it due to its natural hunting abilities and royal attitude, as well as its big and commanding look. The ancient breed was mated with house cats and transported to America years ago, where they became popular as some of the largest domesticated cats.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 14 to 18 inches
WEIGHT: 15 to 20 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: Short coat with a tabby pattern, usually black or brown.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12 to 14 years
6. Siberian
Large, strong, and clever, this Siberian cat breed is one of a kind. Growing up in an environment that was particularly severe, with brutally short summers and lengthy, hard winters, it had to be. The breed was tamed and kept inside, away from the outdoors, to show off its real hues. Siberian cats are known for being loving and lively, and they make excellent home pets.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 9 to 11 inches
WEIGHT: 10 to 20 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: Semi-longhaired, triple-coat that ranges in coarseness from coarse to soft; available in a number of colours.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10 to 18 years
7. Savannah
The Savannah cat is a hybrid of a domestic cat and a serval, an African medium-sized wild cat with very big ears. The Savannah is a popular pet among large cat lovers due to its unique, leopard-like look. Savannah cats are categorised according to how much of each breed they include, which helps owners understand how really wild they are. The F1 and F2 generations, for example, are typically the biggest and contain the most African serval DNA.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 10 to 17 inches
WEIGHT: 12 to 25 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: Black, brown spotted tabby, black silver spotted tabby, and black smoke with a solid or tabby pattern; short to medium-length coat.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12 to 20 years
8. American Bobtail
This domesticated house cat is distinguished from other breeds by its very short, stubby bobbed tail. It also has large hind legs and a keen hunting sight, which are bobcat-like characteristics. Yodie, a cat discovered abandoned at a hotel in Arizona by a vacationing couple, is said to be the source of the first American bobtails. Yodie was likely left at the hotel by someone from a neighbouring Native American tribe who mated a wild bobcat with a domestic cat, according to experts.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 9 to 10 inches
WEIGHT: 7 to 16 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: Any colour or pattern is acceptable; shaggy coats are preferred.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 13 to 15 years
9. Ragamuffin
The ragamuffin is closely linked to the ragdoll, a bigger breed. The ragamuffin is a big, loving, and laid-back creature. Ragamuffin cats have a gentle demeanour and a thick, glossy coat. Their personalities are similar to ragdolls, but they feature bigger, rounder eyes and a more pleasant overall look.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 9 to 12 inches
WEIGHT: 8 to 20 pounds
COAT AND COLOR: White, black, blue, red, lavender, cinnamon, chestnut, platinum, and chocolate hues; long and silky coat.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: Up to 18 years
10. Bengal
It’s difficult to realise the Bengal is a tamed cat rather than a wild cat at first sight. The Bengal cat breed has an athletic physique and a distinctive, striped coat that makes it seem like it came directly from the jungle. Bengal cat owners claim that their cats are just as affectionate and sociable as other household cats. They’re people-oriented cats that spend their days playing and climbing.
Breed Overview
HEIGHT: 8 to 10 inches
WEIGHT: 15 to 18 pounds
COAT OR COLOR: Brown tabby, seal sepia tabby, seal mink tabby, seal lynx point, black silver tabby, and other combinations with spotted or marbled patterns; colours include brown tabby, seal sepia tabby, seal mink tabby, seal lynx point, black silver tabby, and other combinations with spotted or marbled patterns.
LIFE EXPECTANCY: 10 to 16 years
