More and more people are liking to keep cats nowadays, but there are so many cat breeds, so how should they choose?

In France, there are approximately 9.5 million people who own cats. Some French people have cats because they like them, and others view them as a fashion symbol.

In Brazil, approximately 12.5 million people own cats. A recent survey published by the Brazilian Pet Institute (IPB) showed that the number of pet cats in the country increased by 8.1 percent from 2013 to 2018, while the number of pet dogs only grew by 3.8 percent during the same period. Experts predict that the number of cats among household pets across Brazil could surpass the number of dogs within five years.

There are about 53 million people in China who have cats. The importance of pets in China can be said to have grown rapidly since then, and according to incomplete statistics, the number of cat owners in China can now reach 53 million or more. China is a country with a long civilization and a long history of loving, raising, and rescuing stray cats.

In the United States, there are about 76.5 million people who own cats. According to statistics, one-third of the households in the U.S. now have cats, and many of them have more than one cat. Americans have a more open attitude toward cat ownership and are very willing to accept stray cats.

Today will introduce the common cat breeds at home and abroad, as well as some less common cats, to see which cat is more suitable for you.

1. British Shorthair Cat

The British Shorthair is probably the oldest cat breed in Britain, and their ancestry can be traced back to the domestic cats of the Roman era. They were known early on for their strength and hunting ability. The British Shorthair was originally a street cat in England, but a stable breed was formed under the continuous preferential selection of breeders.

2. Garfield

Garfield cats are friendly, and gentle, and have a quiet quality similar to Persian cats. They will catch your attention with a look you can't deny. Their short-haired cat pedigree makes them playful. They have a soft voice and can live in harmony with small children and other pets. They are afraid of unfamiliar people and show less concern for humans.

3. Persian Cats

The Persian cat is named after its country of origin, Persia, but there is also archaeological research that pushes the historical origins of this breed of cat back to over 1600 BC. The Persian cat was the first breed to appear at cat shows. Since the beginning of recorded history, the Persian cat has been one of the most popular cat breeds for humans. Queen Victoria, who started the Victorian era, is said to have had two blue-eyed Persian cats. The size and personality of the Persian cat define its noble temperament.

4. Sphinx Cat

The Sphinx cat is one of several hairless cats. The shape is very characteristic. Their skin has the texture of goat skin. A small amount of hair can be seen on the back of the nose and ears. They have huge ears, often 5-8 cm high. Their large eyes are lemon shaped. They have large bellies and look as if they have just eaten a full meal. Great for people who are allergic to cat hair. Sphinx cats have fragile whiskers that are often broken.