Cat Encyclopedia — 87 Species Directory
Encyclopedia of popular cat breeds with traits, temperament, and care guides.
Showing 10 of 87 species
Bambino
Cross between Sphynx and Munchkin. Hairless with short legs. Name means baby in Italian.
© PiBeseth / CC0Chausie
Large hybrid breed from Jungle Cat and domestic cat. Muscular, long-legged, extremely active and athletic.
© Nickolas Titkov from Moscow, Russian Federation / CC BY-SA 2.0Donskoy
Russian hairless breed from Rostov-on-Don. Dominant hairless gene differs from Sphynx. Muscular with warm, soft skin.
Dwelf
Triple cross of Sphynx, Munchkin, and American Curl. Hairless, short-legged, curled ears - extremely rare.
Elf Cat
Cross between Sphynx and American Curl. Hairless with curled ears, an elf-like rare breed.
© steptacular / CC BY-SA 4.0Lykoi
Known as the Werewolf Cat. Partially hairless with a unique wolf-like appearance from a natural mutation.
© Peterbald / Public domainPeterbald
Russian hairless to ultra-short-coated breed from Oriental Shorthair and Donskoy. Elegant build and sociable personality.
Savannah
Large hybrid of African Serval and domestic cat. Dog-like loyalty with wild appearance. Needs experienced owner.
Sphynx
Sphynx cat
Nearly hairless breed with wrinkled skin and large ears. Extremely affectionate; warm to the touch.
© Maewboran / CC BY-SA 4.0Suphalak
Extremely rare ancient Thai breed. Beautiful copper-colored coat documented in historic Thai manuscripts.
Cat FAQ
- How much do cats cost?
- Prices vary by breed. From breeders directly, Munchkins typically run 150,000-400,000 yen, Scottish Folds 150,000-350,000 yen, British Shorthairs 150,000-350,000 yen, and Ragdolls 150,000-400,000 yen, varying with coat and pedigree.
- What are the benefits of buying from a breeder?
- You can directly check the parent cats' temperament, health, and rearing environment. Under Japan's Animal Welfare Act, sellers must show the actual animal at their premises and give in-person written explanation of care and date of birth before handover. You can also confirm screening for hereditary conditions.
- At what age can I bring home a kitten?
- Under Japan's Animal Welfare Act, breeders cannot sell or hand over kittens until they are 56 days (8 weeks) old. Allowing enough socialization time with the mother and littermates is important for raising a healthy, people-friendly cat.
- How long do cats live?
- With proper indoor care, cats live around 15-20 years, and some individuals in certain breeds exceed 20 years. Regular checkups, dental care, and obesity prevention are keys to longevity.
- What do I need to prepare before getting a cat?
- Basics include a litter box and litter, food and bowls, a cat tower and scratching post, and a carrier. Escape-prevention measures and an early vet health check and vaccination plan after arrival are also important.