Cat Breeds That Are Good in Apartments

If you live in an apartment and love pets, you know how difficult it can be to find the right one to share your living space with. While dogs are an option for some, others find that having a cat is a simpler option. Not every cat, however, is suitable for this type of lifestyle and some breeds can adjust to apartment living better than others.

• Russian Blue - Russian blue cats are a breed that does well on their own and will find ways to entertain themselves. They like a clean environment and are easily trained as to where they can and cannot go in an apartment. In addition, they are an extremely well behaved cats that do not demand a great deal of attention.


• Ragdoll - There are several attributes which make the Ragdoll a suitable pet for apartment living. They are easily adaptable to almost any environment and do well when kept indoors. They have a gentle manner and are affectionate and playful without being demanding or overly active.


• British Shorthair - The British shorthair's ability to do well when left on their own for periods of time makes them highly suitable for apartment living. They are a relatively mild-mannered cat that has an independent nature. In addition, they are not overly vocal but can be shy with strangers.


• Exotic Shorthair - The Exotic shorthair is a cross between the American shorthair and the Persian. It is known for being a mellow cat that enjoys the company of its owner. Although they do not like to be alone for extremely long periods of time, they are adaptable to apartment living. Unlike Persians, one of the benefits is that they do not require a lot of grooming.


• American Shorthair - The American Shorthair is an independent cat breed that is easily adaptable. They are easily trained and appreciate their freedom, which makes them well suited for apartment dwelling. They have an even temperament and do not tend to be overly vocal.