Cat Breeds Directory
Out of about 40 cat breeds, there are a variety of cats to choose from when picking a pet for your family. However, with so many people offering cats, it can be tricky to choose a reputable breeder and a healthy kitten or cat. Generally, you can adopt a kitten at or after four months. Do your research before choosing a breed to be sure he or she will be a good fit for your family. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how to find a good breeder and a healthy kitten, and how to recognize the ones that are not.
Features
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Purebred Cats: Which Breed Is Right for You?
Considering buying a purebred cat? Find out which cat breeds are the most popular, and what to expect from each.
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Cat Breeders: Choosing the Best Kitten for Your Family
Adopting a kitten can be a tricky decision-making process. If you’re considering a breeder, check out WebMD’s tips of what to look for and how to know if the kitten is right for you.
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Do Hypoallergenic Cats Exist?
WebMD talks to experts about the quest for a hypoallergenic cat.
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What’s a Healthy Weight for Cats?
Vets explain how to keep your cat at a healthy weight and why it matters.
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Slideshows & Images
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Slideshow: Surprising Things You Didn't Know About Dogs and Cats
Pet emotions, body language, contagious diseases, intelligence, and care are explored in this myth-busting feature. Pictures illustrate puzzling dog and cat behaviors in a glance.
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Slideshow: Cat Behavioral Problems
WebMD' slideshow on behavior problems in cats offers solutions for issues like scratching, litter box avoidance, urine marking or “spraying,” and excessive grooming and meowing.
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Slideshow: The Truth About Pets and Personality
Can your pet predict your personality? This slideshow takes a look at common personality traits of cat people vs. dog people. Which one are you, and what does it say about who you are?
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Slideshow: Is My Cat Normal?
WebMD’s slideshow delves into unusual cat behaviors from kneading and sneezing to playing all night, providing cat owners with a better understanding of the normality of their cat’s “harmless kitty quirks.”