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What is the friendliest, playful cat breed?
tia_papri
03-07-2015
I don't have any pets because I am not allowed to have one as I live in a private flat and its policy that no one is allowed to have any animals but in the future when I move home in a few years time, I am definitely buying a kitten, something I have waited for a very long time, ever since I was a child.

I want to have a kitten in the future and I know there is so many cat breeds but which is the friendliest, social, wants to play like a puppy cat breed? because that is exactly the qualities im looking for. A family cat, that would want to be surrounded by love and attention all the time
Shrike
03-07-2015
Cats very much have their own personality, there's no guarantee that any one individual will have a particular personality. Siamese and Bengals both have a reputation for being very affectionate, but the flip side is that they can also be very needy and get stressed if left alone.
Bottom line though is a cat that is brought up in a loving, stimulated environment will likely grow up to be a happy, friendly cat. I wouldn't worry too much about getting a 'breed' - moggies can be just as lovely!
olivej
03-07-2015
kittens all tend to be very playful and friendly - thats just how they are

not sure on breeds tbh - I have always had moggies and they have all been loving and affectionate

if you go to a breeder then make sure you get to see the mother too but you can always to go a rescue centre, plently of kittens there too who all despeartely need a loving home
wampa1
03-07-2015
Go to a rescue centre. There are more than enough cats out there needing a home. Breeding animals for pets when there are thousands in rescue centres should be banned as far as I'm concerned.
fredster
03-07-2015
Originally Posted by tia_papri:
“I don't have any pets because I am not allowed to have one as I live in a private flat and its policy that no one is allowed to have any animals but in the future when I move home in a few years time, I am definitely buying a kitten, something I have waited for a very long time, ever since I was a child.

I want to have a kitten in the future and I know there is so many cat breeds but which is the friendliest, social, wants to play like a puppy cat breed? because that is exactly the qualities im looking for. A family cat, that would want to be surrounded by love and attention all the time”

My Siamese kittens are delightful, very intelligent and sometimes TOO playful.i have just started taking them in the garden, they are so funny. Every new thing is examined they explore everywhere. Downsides are they climb , curtains tables shelves mantelpieces and can sniff out an open window very quickly..I would recommend getting two.
Nicola32
04-07-2015
My cat is a chinchilla, he really has the most wonderful temperament and is the most affectionate cat I have ever come across.

I got my cat from my local rescue centre and like others I would recommend going to a rescue centre where there are loads of lovely cats needing homes.
Andrew-W
04-07-2015
Originally Posted by wampa1:
“Go to a rescue centre. There are more than enough cats out there needing a home. Breeding animals for pets when there are thousands in rescue centres should be banned as far as I'm concerned.”

That's a very good idea, if you get an older cat from a rescue centre they'll know what they're like and which one's are the friendliest and most playful.

Most young cat's are playful and friendly but they can can be become less so when they're older, so get an older cat that you has the characteristics you're looking for.

Much more satisfying giving a rescue pet a home instead of fueling the kitten/puppy supply trade when some of them do not provide adequate care and only do it for profit.
radioanorak
04-07-2015
We have 9 cats & a kitten.All are rescued feral / strays.
All are friendly & love being held & cuddled.
They all get on well with our 1 year old dog.They play together & the dog gives each cat a kiss.
The dog is a rescue having been taken from its mother when about 8 weeks old & left on our local golf course.
sixtynine
04-07-2015
Originally Posted by fredster:
“My Siamese kittens are delightful, very intelligent and sometimes TOO playful.i have just started taking them in the garden, they are so funny. Every new thing is examined they explore everywhere. Downsides are they climb , curtains tables shelves mantelpieces and can sniff out an open window very quickly..I would recommend getting two.”

Ahh I miss my two Siamese boys so much after reading this.
We had a seal point and lilac point. Brothers.
misha06
04-07-2015
I got up with my cat after seeing a postcard in a pet shop, called up and went to the house, lovely family brought in 5 or so balls of fluff, most wanted to get back in their carry box.

Except for one, who wanted to explore a bit and sniff this random person (me)

'I'll have you'; decision made in a few moments. 15 quid handed over, back in the car with a squeaking ball of fluff and a grin on my face.

12 years later and despite the Beast being a git, he is my lovely, loyal, affectionate git.

Quickest and best decision I ever made.

I'm a bit biased, but just get a moggy that you feel a connection with; don't get bogged down in breeds or whatever.

It sounds that you are a 'cat person' and will hold up your end of the deal; in being a loving servant. So you are halfway there. Just go with your instinct; It may not be a snap decision like mine - you may see many cats before bringing one home - but when you know, you will know.
tia_papri
05-07-2015
I never had a good idea of the best places to get pets from, but Rescue Center sounds like a great idea, only problem is that If I see all of them then I would have find a really hard decision making a choice because all of them would be too adorable!.I am definitely a cat person or just animal person in general, always got a little jealous lol seeing other peoples cat because I always wanted one and fell in love with their cats, I did have offers from people saying they had a lot of kittens and I could have got one but the flat rule and space just is not pet friendly.

I think its so sweet, how people have a special connection with their cats and I want to experience that too in the future
Shrike
05-07-2015
I think there's definitely a danger of wanting them all when you visit a shelter!
Best thing when the time comes is to tell the shelter staff what you're home life is like and let them recommend cats that fit that. Then take home the first cat that actually shows an interest in you - let the cat decide!
c4ll3mw
09-07-2015
I have two moggies (brothers) just coming upto a year old. Had them from 5 weeks as they were not been looked after.

They are like chalk and cheese. The tabby is very cute but doesn't like affection unless it is on his terms! We pretty much let him come to us when he's ready as he is timid.

The ginger is so friendly and loving I've never known a cat like him! He's more like a dog. He follows us all over and wherever my hubby is the cat is next to him he loves my hubby.

They are both playful and like nothing more than tormenting the dog who loves them now (wasn't so keen at first).
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