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Breeds Recognized by CFA49 breeds

Cat breeds recognized by the CFA (Cat Fanciers' Association), a major global registry founded in the United States.

All Breeds (49)

Abyssinian
Ethiopia
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Abyssinian

The Elegant, Intelligent Adventurer from Egypt

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
American Curl
United States
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American Curl

Whimsical curled ears and a forever-young spirit

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe
American Shorthair
United States
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American Shorthair

America's Beloved Family Cat with Endless Curiosity

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
American Bobtail
United States
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American Bobtail

A rugged, golden-hearted adventurer with a bobbed tail

Recognized by TICA / CFA / ACFA
American Wirehair
United States
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American Wirehair

A uniquely textured coat on a truly American original

Recognized by CFA / TICA
Exotic Shorthair
United States
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Exotic Shorthair

The Shorthaired Persian — An Adorable Round-Faced Angel

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Egyptian Mau
Egypt
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Egyptian Mau

An Ancient Egyptian Bloodline — The Fastest Domestic Cat

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe
Ocicat
United States
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Ocicat

A Wild-Looking Domestic Cat with a Heart of Gold

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Oriental Shorthair
United States
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Oriental Shorthair

A Colorful Siamese — Sleek Living Art in Every Hue

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Oriental Longhair
United Kingdom
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Oriental Longhair

A Siamese silhouette draped in flowing silk

Recognized by TICA / CFA / GCCF
Khao Manee
Thailand
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Khao Manee

The jewel-eyed white gem of ancient Thailand

Recognized by TICA / CFA
Colorpoint Shorthair
United States
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Colorpoint Shorthair

Siamese grace in a rainbow of point colors

Recognized by CFA
Cymric
Canada
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Cymric

A tailless wonder with a flowing, silky coat

Recognized by TICA / CFA
Cornish Rex
United Kingdom
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Cornish Rex

Elegant Waves — A Curly-Coated Cat with Graceful Lines

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Korat
Thailand
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Korat

Thailand's Lucky Cat — A Silver-Blue Jewel

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Siberian
Russia
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Siberian

Russia's Forest Jewel — The Lower-Allergen Longhaired Cat

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / WCF
Javanese
United States
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Javanese

A Colorful Pointed Jewel of the Orient

Recognized by CFA
Japanese Bobtail
Japan
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Japanese Bobtail

The Lucky Cat of Japan — Model for the Maneki-neko

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe
Siamese
Thailand
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Siamese

The Mystical Blue-Eyed Beauty Born in Thailand

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Chartreux
France
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Chartreux

France's Blue Jewel — The Smiling Cat

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Singapura
Singapore
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Singapura

The World's Smallest Cat Breed — Singapore's Tiny Treasure

Recognized by TICA / CFA / GCCF
Scottish Fold
Scotland
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Scottish Fold

The Round-Faced Sweetheart with Folded Ears

Recognized by TICA / CFA / GCCF
Sphynx
Canada
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Sphynx

The Hairless Aristocrat with a Warm Heart and Bold Spirit

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Selkirk Rex
United States
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Selkirk Rex

A Sheep in Cat's Clothing — The Cuddly Curly-Coated Teddy

Recognized by TICA / CFA / ACFA
Somali
United States
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Somali

The Longhaired Abyssinian with a Fox-Like Bushy Tail

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Turkish Angora
Turkey
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Turkish Angora

An Elegant White Angel — Turkey's National Treasure

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Turkish Van
Turkey
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Turkish Van

Turkey's Swimming Cat — A Water-Loving Feline Athlete

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Devon Rex
United Kingdom
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Devon Rex

The Mischievous Pixie with Elfin Ears and Impish Charm

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Dragon Li
China
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Dragon Li

The Dragon Li — China's legendary tabby with ancient roots

Recognized by CFA
Tonkinese
Canada
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Tonkinese

The Best of Both Worlds: Siamese Meets Burmese

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Norwegian Forest Cat
Norway
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Norwegian Forest Cat

The Noble and Majestic Treasure of the Nordic Forests

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Birman
Myanmar
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Birman

The Sacred Cat with White Gloves of Mystery

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Burmese
Myanmar
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Burmese

Myanmar's Jewel — A Silky-Coated Cat with a Velvet Touch

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Havana Brown
United Kingdom
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Havana Brown

A Rich Chocolate Elegance — Rare and Refined

Recognized by TICA / CFA
Balinese
United States
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Balinese

The Longhaired Siamese — A Graceful Dancer of Bali

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Himalayan
United States
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Himalayan

A Beautiful Fusion of Persian Elegance and Siamese Color

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe
British Shorthair
United Kingdom
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British Shorthair

The Teddy Bear Gentleman with a Round, Plush Face

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
British Blue
United Kingdom
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British Blue

The quintessential plush teddy bear in elegant blue-gray

Recognized by GCCF / CFA / TICA
Persian
Iran
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Persian

The King of Cats — The Ultimate Longhaired Aristocrat

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Persian Chinchilla
United Kingdom
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Persian Chinchilla

A silver-tipped jewel with emerald eyes and regal grace

Recognized by CFA / TICA / FIFe
Bengal
United States
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Bengal

A Miniature Leopard Full of Mystery and Adventure

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Bombay
United States
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Bombay

The Miniature Black Panther with a Glossy Jet-Black Coat

Recognized by TICA / CFA / ACFA
Manx
United Kingdom (Isle of Man)
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Manx

The Tailless Guardian from the Isle of Man

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Maine Coon
United States
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Maine Coon

The Gentle Giant — One of the World's Largest Domestic Cats

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Ragamuffin
United States
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Ragamuffin

The Ragdoll's Cousin — A Fluffy Giant Full of Love

Recognized by TICA / CFA / ACFA
Ragdoll
United States
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Ragdoll

The Gentle Giant That Goes Limp in Your Arms

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
LaPerm
United States
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LaPerm

The Curly-Coated Charmer with an Adorable Perm

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe
Russian Blue
Russia
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Russian Blue

The Elegant Aristocrat Draped in Shimmering Silver

Recognized by TICA / CFA / FIFe / GCCF
Chinese Li Hua
China
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Chinese Li Hua

China's ancient tabby — a proud natural breed with wild elegance

Recognized by CFA

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