{"id":1003171,"date":"2022-02-21T21:31:43","date_gmt":"2022-02-21T20:31:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onlinecatworld.com\/?p=1003171"},"modified":"2023-03-02T16:47:53","modified_gmt":"2023-03-02T15:47:53","slug":"friendliest-cat-breeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onlinecatworld.com\/friendliest-cat-breeds\/","title":{"rendered":"These are the friendliest cat breeds"},"content":{"rendered":"
Cats have a reputation for being arrogant and stubborn. But this misconception couldn\u2019t be further from the truth. Yes, most cats act more stand-offish compared to dogs, but they are very affectionate and loving towards their humans. Cats respect their human’s personal space and don\u2019t constantly ask for attention and their independence often gets confused with arrogance.<\/p>\n
Almost all cats show affection towards their humans, but some cat breeds are known for being more affectionate and friendly. Are you looking for a friendly cat to join your family? Then take a look at the following list of the friendliest cat breeds around the world<\/strong> and find the purrfect <\/em>cat breed to join your family.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This cat breed is known for its playful energy and intelligence. The Abyssinian<\/a><\/strong> builds a bond with its humans by playing with them. They don\u2019t make the perfect lap cat as they don\u2019t love cuddling as much as other cats might do, but the Abyssinian makes a great playmate<\/strong> for you, your children and even the dogs or cats who are already part of your family. On top of this, Abyssinian are very social and friendly <\/strong>making this cat a great addition to an active, loving family.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n These furry friends are guaranteed to make your heart melt. Their round faces and big round eyes combined with their desire for cuddles and strokes make the Exotic Shorthair a very adorable cat. They are easygoing<\/strong> and love to be around their humans. Their love for cuddles makes these cats the perfect lap cats. If you are looking for a cuddle buddy<\/strong> then you have a match with the Exotic Shorthair!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Burmese are super affectionate and love to cuddle up on the couch<\/strong> with their humans. The Burmese love to spend all their time with humans and a study has even shown that the Burmese are even capable of winning the hearts of people who thought they disliked cats.<\/p>\n When the Burmese are not busy cuddling with you, he loves to play games and run around<\/strong>. They are energetic cats who will follow you through the house like a dog. On top of this, the Burmese are known for getting along perfectly with children and other animals. The Burmese make a perfect addition to a loving and playful family.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n These cats are not only adorable to look at, their love for snuggling up on your lap makes them even more lovable. The Scottish Fold is a loving companion<\/strong> and gets along easily with other cats and dogs. The Scottish fold makes for great family cats as they are known to be well behaved and affectionate around children.<\/p>\n They love an occasional play<\/strong> with their humans but will mostly come to you for some cuddles and strokes. The Scottish Fold is a relaxed, laid back cat<\/strong> who is adaptable to many environments.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This cat breed is one of the most popular cat breeds in the world, and that’s for a reason. These cats are known for their gentle personalities and adorable gestures. The cats have long coats making them the perfect cuddle cats<\/strong>. Persians love quiet and calm environments and feel their best selves if they have a daily routine.<\/p>\n Persians have their occasional playtime<\/strong> mood and will let you know when they want to play with you by giving hints and talking to you. These cats are not overly vocal and will only talk to you when they need something. Persians are known for their melodic chirps and are very lovable cats<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Ragdoll\u2019s are not only adorable, but they are also such sweet cats<\/strong>. They will follow their humans wherever they go around the house and even greet family members at the door <\/strong>when they come back home. Ragdolls make the perfect lap cats as they love to cuddle<\/strong> and snuggle up to their humans. Ragdolls are social cats who are known for getting along well with other cats and dogs, and even small children.<\/p>\n Ragdolls are gentle cats who also love to be active and play with their humans. Fun fact; Ragdolls can actually learn to play fetch!<\/strong> The Ragdoll makes a perfect family cat for a loving and active family who is just as sweet to the Ragdoll as the Ragdoll is to them.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Siamese cats<\/a> <\/strong>are not only known for their striking blue eyes and soft, beige coats, they are also known for their loyalty and affection towards their humans. They love cuddling<\/strong> and will follow you everywhere you go. They are even likely to say good morning to you if you leave the bedroom door open.<\/p>\n They love talking to their humans<\/strong> whether that is to get your attention or to communicate with you. It\u2019s safe to say that the Siamese is a true people cat. However, because the Siamese get really attached to his people, he might be a bit more cautious and wary of strangers.<\/p>\n When you consider buying a Siamese, it is important to know that the Siamese can get a bit anxious when he is home alone. Consider a Siamese only when you already have another pet at home. The Siamese is very social and will be able to make friends with your pets quickly. <\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Next to being the biggest domestic cat in the world<\/strong>, they are also among the friendliest cats in the world. This will come as a surprise to many as their large appearance might make you think that they are less approachable. But nothing could be further from the truth, the Maine Coon<\/a><\/strong> is an absolute sweetheart<\/strong>.<\/p>\n They have beautiful long, silky coats making them perfect cuddle material. Their long coat does require some extra maintenance but this is often seen as a great way of bonding with your Maine Coon. Maine Coons are also very social with other pets <\/strong>and also with children. If you are looking for a sweet cat to bond with, then the Maine Coon is perfect for you.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n You are guaranteed to fall in love with these cats. As if their sweet faces weren\u2019t enough to melt your heart, their little nub tails<\/strong> absolutely will. The Kurilian Bobtails<\/a><\/strong> athletic body makes them exceptional hunters and their favorite toy will most likely be a laser.<\/p>\n Bobtails love to play<\/strong> and have no problem entertaining themselves and will always make time for their favorite human. They are very social and friendly <\/strong>cats who can make friends with almost everyone. Besides their active behaviour, they do also love a cuddle. If you are looking for a sweet and active cat, you might make a match with the Kurilian Bobtail.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you are looking for a cat to build a deep bond with, then you will want to know more about the Russian Blue.<\/a> <\/strong>These beautiful cats with stunning green eyes will not only make you fall in love with them because of their great looks, but also because of the affection they have for you. Russian blues won\u2019t make friends with everybody and only picks out a few people to bond with<\/strong>.<\/p>\n This might make the Russian Blue seem a little shy, but he is saving his love and attention for only his humans and giving it away freely. This makes building a bond with your Russian Blue extra special, and when the Russian Blue has chosen you to be one of his special humans, you\u2019ll be guaranteed loads of love and attention<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This cat really stays true to its sweet-sounding name. The Ragamuffin<\/a><\/strong> is a real people cat who has an ongoing desire for cuddles and affection<\/strong>. They love to cuddle up to you on the couch or in your lap. Besides being affectionate towards humans, they also get along great with other animals and children. Ragamuffins are very social and adaptable and many love the Ragamuffin for their fantastic ability to play with children<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The Ragamuffin is a gentle cat and feels the happiest when his much-shown affection will be returned back to him through playtimes and plenty of cuddles. This sweetheart is also very intelligent and with patience and practice, you can even teach your Ragamuffin a few tricks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n By only hearing its name you already know that this little guy is going to steal your heart. The Munchkin<\/a> <\/strong>is an absolute sweetheart and what makes him even cuter is the fact that he is smaller than standard cats<\/strong>. The Munchkin loves to cuddle with anyone who gives him attention, it doesn\u2019t matter if the attention is from one if its humans or if the person is a complete stranger.<\/p>\n Next to being very loving<\/strong>, Munchkins are also true explorers<\/strong>. A Munchkin is the happiest when he can walk around freely, exploring every nook of the house followed by a quick nap on your lap. Munchkins also love some occasional catnip. It is best to keep a night free for this as your little munchkin will want to cuddle in your lap all night after a little sniff.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nAbyssinian<\/h2>\n
Exotic Shorthair<\/h2>\n
Burmese<\/h2>\n
Scottish Fold<\/h2>\n
Persian<\/h2>\n
Ragdoll<\/h2>\n
Siamese<\/h2>\n
Maine Coon<\/h2>\n
Kurilian Bobtail<\/h2>\n
Russian Blue<\/h2>\n
Ragamuffin<\/h2>\n
Munchkin<\/h2>\n
Bengal<\/h2>\n