23 Cutest Cat Breeds Anyone Will Love

Ragdoll

Large and in charge, the lovable Ragdoll cat is sleek and beautiful with a friendly and affectionate personality. The Ragdoll is one of the largest domestic cats, as well as one of the cutest cat breeds, out there. Their size can be intimidating, but Ragdolls are actually very docile, and are happiest when curling up in a favorite person's lap for some petting and purring.

Scottish Fold

The defining characteristic of Scottish fold cats is their small, folded ears, which give them a somewhat owl-like appearance. But their adorable ears aren't the only outstanding attribute of these cute felines. These cats have very friendly, sweet personalities and they are outgoing and affectionate with their families, including children and other household pets.

Maine Coon

Another large cat breed, Maine coons exude elegance. They have long, sleek coats that come in a variety of color combinations. They’re great with kids, other pets, and people of all ages. These friendly, laid-back cats have adorable tiny tufts of hair at the tips of their ears.

Selkirk Rex

The Selkirk rex rather resembles a stuffed animal, thanks to their rounded face and curly, tussled coat. This cute breed is easygoing and affectionate, generally getting along very well with children, other cats, and cat-friendly dogs. The curly coat does require regular combing to prevent tangles and mats.

Russian Blue

Russian Blue cats are notable for their bluish-gray coats and vivid green eyes. Their dense fur gives them a cuddly appearance. These cats are affectionate with familiar people but may appear reserved or introverted around strangers.

Bengal

If you’re looking for a domesticated cat that looks strikingly like their big-cat relatives, the Bengal is for you. This breed originated from a hybrid cross between an Asian leopard cat and a domestic house cat, but current breedings are strictly between domestic Bengals.

While they stay relatively small, they maintain that wild look. Bengals are very active, intelligent, and friendly cats that need more exercise than many other feline breeds.

British Shorthair

British shorthairs have adorable, rounded, teddy-bear-like features that will instantly make you fall in love, making them another one of the cutest cat breeds. One of the oldest English cat breeds, they are calm, gentle, and quiet.

This breed is sometimes referred to as the British blue because of the stunning blue coat many of the cats exhibit, but they can be other colors as well.

American Bobtail

American bobtails are unmistakable. They have short, stubby tails and the look of a wildcat. Despite their wild looks, American bobtails are actually quite sweet and affectionate.

They’re sometimes referred to as the golden retrievers of the feline world, thanks to their playful nature and fondness for playing fetch and other games. They can even be trained to walk on a leash and perform simple tricks.

Birman

The Birman cat breed resembles a long-haired Siamese, but the Birman always has white-socked feet and magnificent blue eyes along with the characteristic dark mask, ears, tail, and legs. These cute and cuddly felines are very sweet and gentle, and they hate to be alone, preferring the company of their humans, other cats, or even cat-friendly dogs.

Manx

Cat lovers describe the Manx as one of the cutest cat breeds, and almost dog-like because of their playfulness, easy trainability, and strong loyalty. But the most distinctive feature of the Manx is the lack of a tail. These felines are very playful, intelligent, curious, and affectionate. Most are great mousers, as well.

Persian

This beautiful snub-nosed cat has become one of the most popular breeds in North America, thanks to their adorable flat face and loving, gentle personality. These cuddly kitties like to be at home, preferably with their favorite people and perhaps another cat or a cat-friendly dog.

Norwegian Forest Cat

Affectionately called “wegies,” the Norwegian forest cat has a beautiful semi-long coat and an affectionate, although independent, personality. These elegant cats are believed to be the cats of the Vikings, and the breed’s history can be traced back to Norse lore. This is also one of the largest breeds of domesticated cats, as well as one of the cutest cat breeds.

Egyptian Mau

The Egyptian mau has a history stretching back to ancient Egypt and the days of the pharaohs. This naturally spotted beauty is a playful, affectionate, and devoted feline. The Egyptian mau is the fastest domesticated cat, with some reaching speeds of 30 mph or more when running at their peak.

Ragamuffin

Ragamuffins are big, docile lap cats. Their silky coats are extremely soft and fluffy, a benefit to them, as they love attention and lots of pets. These lovable and affectionate felines look like plush toys and are just as cuddly, so it’s no surprise they’re on the list of cutest cat breeds.

They get along with just about everyone, including children, other cats, and cat-friendly dogs. Many can even learn to walk on a leash and other "dog like" tricks.

American Curl

With their naturally backwards-curling ears, the American curl is already adorable, but their kitten-like personalities, which persist into adulthood, make them even cuter. They are outgoing and affectionate, and make wonderful family pets. Many can learn to walk on a leash or perform simple tricks. Their fur can be long or short, and any color or color combination.

LaPerm

A fairly new breed marked by fur that is naturally "permed" into soft waves to tight curls, the LaPerm is a very affectionate breed that is also very energetic and athletic, thanks to their barn-cat ancestors. This is a cat that likes to play fetch before curling up in your lap for a nap. The LaPerm can have short or long fur in any color or color combination.

American Wirehair

This rare cat breed has a naturally wiry coat, thank to a genetic mutation. These round-faced felines can be somewhat shy, but are usually affectionate and friendly with their favorite humans. They are fairly calm, easygoing cats, but they do enjoy playing. Their fur is somewhat coarse, but does not shed much and doesn't require a lot of grooming.

Bombay

With the looks of a miniature panther and the personality of the friendliest housecat, the Bombay is like having your very own cute wildcat without the danger. These black cats with golden eyes are very playful, affectionate, and sociable, and prefer to be in a household where they'll get lots of attention and love.

Chartreux

The Chartreux is a French breed with a somewhat rounded face and a smiling expression, which well suits their naturally affectionate, friendly nature. These beautiful silvery-gray cats are excellent mousers, but they are easygoing and gentle with their favorite people.

Devon Rex

With their small size, triangular head, large ears, and big staring eyes, the Devon rex has an adorably alien appearance. But the most distinctive characteristic of this breed is their coat, which is thin and wavy due to a genetic mutation.

These cats are very active, athletic, friendly, and outgoing, and they love to spend time playing, cuddling, or socializing with their families, both human and other household pets.

Singapura

This is definitely one of the cutest cat breeds when you see them. Even as an adult, the Singapura remains not much more than kitten-sized, with a rounded face and big eyes that make them irresistible.

These descendants of Singapore street cats thrive when given lots of attention, love, and interaction with family. They get along well with just about everyone, including children, other cats, and cat-friendly dogs.

Turkish Angora

Long, lithe, and somewhat prone to mischief if left alone, the Turkish angora has a beautiful, soft coat that practically begs to be petted. These affectionate and curious cats require a lot of attention, but the reward for your time is their loving, affectionate presence. While most often white, Turkish angoras can be many other colors as well.

Munchkin

Munchkin cats resemble ordinary house cats but are distinguished by their unusually short legs, a result of a genetic mutation. This mutation gives them a distinctive appearance that many cat enthusiasts find appealing. Despite their compact build, munchkins are generally active and affectionate. The official status of munchkins as a breed is debated since most cat associations do not recognize them, partly due to health issues related to their genetic mutation.