Long Haired Cat Breeds

The Trouble and Trix Team

Long Haired Cat Breeds

If you want a cat that's soft and fluffy, you’re probably looking for a long-haired cat breed. These types of cat breeds have long and luxurious coats that are silky to the touch.

Despite their softness and beauty, longhaired cats may not be right for everyone. They can require daily grooming to keep their coats mat and tangle free. They also may trigger reactions in people with dander allergies, which is exacerbated by the frequent shedding. We've put together a list of some of the more popular longhaired cat breeds below.

Birman Cat

Origin: Burma

Age Expectancy: 14 yrs

Weight Range: 4-7kg

Shedding: Intermediate

Energy Levels: Low

Origin: USA

Age Expectancy: 12-15 yrs

Weight Range: 4-6kg

Shedding: High

Energy Levels: Medium




Persian Longhair Cat

Origin: Turkey & Persia

Age Expectancy: 10-12 yrs

Weight Range: 4-8kg

Shedding: Heavy

Energy Levels: Low

Siberian Forest Cat

Origin: Scandanavia

Age Expectancy: 10-12 yrs

Weight Range: 6-10kg

Shedding: Intermediate

Energy Levels: Medium




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