9 Cute American
Cat Breeds

Americans love their felines! More than 30 million American households have pet cats.

Read on for 9 American cat breeds on our list were either bred in the U.S. or are native.

Height: 9-10"
Weight: 7-16 lbs
Personality: Affectionate, friendly
Coat: Short or long
Color: Variety of colors & patterns
Life Expectancy: 11-15+ years

AMERICAN
BOBTAIL

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Height: 9-12"
Weight: 5-10 lbs
Personality: Smart, sweet
Coat: Short or long, silky
Color: Variety of colors & patterns
Life Expectancy: 10-20 years

AMERICAN
CURL

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Height: 9-11"
Weight: 6-15 lbs
Personality: Loyal, social
Coat: Short, thick
Color: Variety of colors & patterns
Life Expectancy: 15-20 years

AMERICAN SHORTHAIR

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Height: 9-11"
Weight: 8-15 lbs
Personality: Adaptable, even-tempered
Coat: Short, wiry
Color: Variety of colors 
Life Expectancy: 10-18 years

AMERICAN WIREHAIR

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Height: 8-11"
Weight: 5-12 lbs
Personality: Alert, outgoing
Coat: Long
Color: Variety of colors in pointed pattern
Life Expectancy: 10-20 years

BALINESE

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Height: Medium to large
Weight: 10.5 lbs
Personality: Adventurous, intelligent
Coat: Short
Color: Spotted, marbled tan & brown
Life Expectancy: 9-15 years

 BENGAL

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Height: 9-13''
Weight: 8-15 lbs
Personality: Curious, lively
Coat: Short
Color: Black
Life Expectancy: 9-13 years

BOMBAY

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Height: 10-12''
Weight: 9-12 lbs
Personality: Gentle, sweet
Coat: Short
Color: Variety of colors & patterns
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years

EXOTIC
SHORTHAIR

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Height: 9-11''
Weight: 10-15 lbs 
Personality: Sweet, patient
Coat: Long, soft
Color: White bodies, pointed markings
Life Expectancy: 13-18 years

RAGDOLL

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