Top 10 Low-Maintenance Cat Breeds For Busy Owners

1British Shorthair

British shorthair cats are an ancient cat breed dating back to Rome. They have unique dense fur, short folded ears, and muscular and stocky bodies. British shorthairs are very calm cats with an affectionate disposition. These adorable felines have random bursts of high energy. Providing them with mental and physically interactive (that means you) activities keeps them healthy and happy.

This quiet breed doesn’t often experience chronic illnesses and is very easy to train overall.

2Siberian

Don’t confuse Siberian cats with Siamese cats or Maine Coons and Norwegian Forest cats. Siberians are predominately fearless but calm in demeanor. They get on well with children, dogs, and other animals.

Siberians have a keen sense of when people need them for emotional support, which makes them purrfect human companion animals. They're active cats and very entertaining with their acrobatic feats.

Siberians do voice their opinion by meowing adamantly. Despite their triple fur, their silky coats require minimal grooming but benefit from occasional brushing.

3Maine Coon

Although similar in appearance to Siberians, Maine Coon cats are less demanding of attention, willing to accept petting, and are known as the gentle giants in the cat world.

Overly friendly, these felines love their hoomans but are also highly independent. Suppose you plan on having an outdoor cat; consider attaching a bell to the cat’s collar. This way, the cat can still act on its cat instinct but warns any prey.

Their longish, slightly oily coat requires minimal brushing, which most Maine Coons enjoy. Like their lookalikes, they can weigh up to 25 pounds on a healthy diet.

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4Ragdoll

Ragdolls are a favorite breed because they melt in your arms. These blue-eyed beauties are the ultimate lap cat and have moderate bursts of energy. They’re easy to look after and playful, and their favorite hobby is being with you. Ragdolls are the 2020 Cat Fancier’s Association (CFA) most popular breed. Despite their thick coat, a Ragdoll cat requires very little grooming, which fits into people’s busy lifestyles.

They also play without using their claws.

5American Wirehair

For the inexperienced American cat owner, the differences between a Wirehair and American Shorthair are hardly noticeable. The original wirehair kittens were the offspring of two shorthairs born in New York State in 1966.

Wirehairs are medium to large cats with a good temperament and enjoy being part of a family. They’re playful but calm even into their senior years. Wirehair cat owners love the breed for their intelligence and trainability.

Aside from low grooming needs, these medium-sized cats are healthy specimens that seldom need vet care besides regular visits.

6Burmese

If something about Burmese strikes you as familiar, it’s because it’s a close cousin to Siamese. Burmese come in many beautiful colors, but the sable and champagne tones are particularly striking. Burmese cats are people-centered, have a dog-like personality, like following closely, and might also learn to fetch.

Burmese have a healthy-looking physique, short legs, and exceptionally high tolerance for children. Their curious expression and affectionate demeanor captivate many cat fanciers.

Burmese do well in families that include them in their activities. Daily gentle stroking is usually all the grooming their silky fur needs. Ensure you can spare the necessary attention and interactive tools and cat poles.

7Bombay

Bombays are a mix of a Burmese and American shorthair. They’re a genetic hybrid taking the best traits and creating a medium-sized cat with a muscular body and unmistakable moon-shaped yellow-gold eyes.

Bombays have short hair and a healthy disposition requiring only a regular health check-up. These black cats are cuddly and become attached to their pet parents. Being black is a primary reason cats don't get adopted quickly.

Bombays are a perfect furry friend for children or make great companions for seniors. Bombay’s prefer to snooze on a lap. They’re fun, easygoing, and social.

8Russian Blue

Russian Blues are known in the cat world for their high intelligence, intuitiveness, and ability to sense their pet parents’ moods. Russian Blues are affectionate but are content observing from their perch. They enjoy a good game, a meal, and a leisurely nap.

A Russian Blue can be weary of strangers, but if they accept you into their clowder, you have a friend for life.

Russian Blues are healthy cats with a gentle nature toward other pets and children. Their dense and silky coat is low-shedding and low-maintenance.

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9Singapura

If you’ve never met a Singapura cat, they’re not well known in North America. This graceful cat from Singapore has a small litter and is also small in stature.

Singapura makes excellent companion pets and adapts to families with active children.

Singapuras are among the most beautiful felines, with striking eyes and sepia fur. The soft coat is exceptionally fine-textured and resembles a mountain lion. This smallish, elfin-like cat is intelligent and quickly gaining popularity.

10Persian

Persians are the poster cats for exotic felines. They’re gentle, mellow, and content to lounge on soft, sunny surfaces. They’re not overly active and enjoy one-on-one time with people but are okay with being alone too.

Persians are famous for their luxurious long hair, which requires daily attention and the occasional bath (yes–bath, please submit your videos).

A Persian cat, despite its diva appearance, adapts to lively households.