All Cat Breeds
Definitive Cat Breed List

Our All Cat Breeds lists are a quick reference guide to different cat breeds from around the world. Worldwide there are some 70 registered cat breeds.

The origin of many of the cat breeds can be debated and some experts may disagree with the country of origin. Unfortunately, in some instances, there is very little documented historical proof on the cat breed's origin. Our point of reference will be based on the most commonly held beliefs and information available.

Whether the cat breed list is based on the country of origin or a list of cat breeds defined by the coat length, characteristics or morphology, the detailed information regarding the breed remains standard. (Well, that is apart from the minor differences recognized by the governing bodies)

A recent study conducted on the DNA of a statistically significant sample of domestic cats has shown that cat breeds of the world (over 500 million of them) are probably descended from a sub-species of cat that originally inhabited countries in the Middle East.

As mentioned in the cat breed lists, spontaneous (natural) mutations has resulted in new cat breeds e.g. Balinese, Somali, Ragdoll, Peterbald, Munchkin, Sphynx Cat, La Perm, Cornish and Devon Rex.

Hybrid cat breeds such as the Bengal cat breed (crossed with an Asian Leopard) and the Oriental cat (Crossed with Abyssinians, Burmese, Russians) were created by cat breeders in a careful and planned cross-breeding program. The Exotic, on the other hand, emerged by 'accident' during a cross-breeding program.

Irrespective of how the types of cats came about, they are all uniquely different and beautiful.

Some of the most popular or common domestic cat breeds will be reviewed in more depth. As we continually update all cat breeds, please do visit regularly for the latest cat breed info on all breeds of cat.

Whether its exotic cat breeds, large domestic cat breeds, like the Maine Coon Cat, or a non-shedding cat breeds like a Sphynx cat or simply an adorable kitty cat that you're trying to find, Cat Breeds Junction aims to please.

Related Pages:

Types of Cats - a gallery of cat pictures with links to over 60 cat breeds

Different cat breeds - a guide to breeds differentiated by their characteristics

Domestic Cats - comprehensive cat facts per cat breed