17 Oct,2023
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Abyssinians are lively and expressive cats, and although not lap cats, they are affectionate. Known for their curiosity, playfulness and need to explore their surroundings, Abyssinians like to participate in the activities taking place around them — even if that includes the family dog.
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With a reputation as “America’s breed,” the American shorthair cat is a family favorite, consistently ranking in the top 10 cat breeds each year. With an even, mellow temperament, a good disposition and keen intelligence that lends itself to getting along with other family pets, including dogs.
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Birman cats are friendly, intelligent and affectionate, with a generally calm and mild manner, known to get along with other household pets.The breed tends to have a fascination playing fetch with a ball, making it an instant playmate for Fido.
This wild-looking feline is one of the most affectionate, playful and personable of cat breeds. Known for its delight in playing games, the Bombay cat likes to play fetch, can be trained to walk on a leash and gets along well with dogs, often choosing a canine companion as its heat-seeking snuggle mate.
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The Japanese bobtail cat can walk on a leash, perform tricks akin to a dog and even “chat” up a conversation. This intelligent breed likes to keep moderately busy (such as playing fetch and sometimes indulging in mischievous acts like splashing in water) and enjoys the companionship of other pets.
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Lovingly referred to as “gentle giants,”Maine Coon cats are also known for their dog-like behavior: following their owners from room to room, coming when called, walking on a leash and playing fetch. The breed also gets along well with dogs.
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The Norwegian forest cat is a large cat, with a brawny, muscular body and long legs. Also known as “Wegies,” this breed is known to be very affectionate, curious and easygoing, and responds well to training, even tolerating walking on a leash if trained at a young age.
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Easygoing and loving, ragdoll cats are one of the largest cat breeds and also one of the most affectionate, often referred to as “puppy-cats” because of their dog-like personality. The ragdoll cat is particularly good with other pets and is easily trained to learn the same tricks as dogs, such as playing fetch, rolling over or begging.
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Described as “dog like,” this affectionate cat will fetch, walk of a leash if trained, hunt, leap from one high place to the next and play in water if given the opportunity. Siberian cats are known to be incredibly playful and accepting of other household pets.
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The Tonkinese cat likes to climb and perch, and is known to “talk” quite a bit with a distinct meow that sounds like a duck-like quack. This friendly feline is also quite fond of playing fetch — with a canine companion.
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