Is the breed of a cat important to you?

I hope someday Anne you will get to the point where you can find another kitty to love. You were such a good mom to Twinkle and you have so much love that another cat would be so lucky to be welcomed into your home. There are so many cats out there who need a loving home and in time you may be able to make a different in another kitty's life. You will know when the time is right and when you have met that special one.

 

I've literally never had a special breed of cat. I've always got rescues that were just labeled as domestic short hairs - no special breed, just a mix!

To me it's not about the breed but more about how their personality seems, and whether I think they'd be a good fit for our household!

 

I have never tried to formally own a cat. Cats generally adopt me. We live on a farm and I always have cats. They just appear, so I feed them and they stay. Daisy actually came in through a small hole in the floor under the bathtub, when he was a kitten. That night, in the middle of the night, Valentine started barking her head off! So we got up and went in the living room and there he was, adorable as ever, standing in the middle of the floor. I fed him, and the rest is history! So no, I don't care about breeds.

 

I have a few stray cat and they are easy to handle and maintain. I get used to it for so many years but if I want to adopt a special breed, maybe the way that I need to take care of the cat will change totally.

 

I’m a big Persian fan. Honestly I wouldn’t even consider another breed . I did adopt a Himalayan kitten at one point she was so different- vocal ( Persians are not) …. A non willing bather ( she bit and scratched!!! Persians literally let you rinse them off like rags under the water even immersing their heads for a rinse ) . Not only do they not protest they like the occasional bath particularly followed up with a cuddle in a soft clean towel petting on the bed and treats …. They’ll just lick their whole fur and look gorgeous as always. The little Himmy actually jumped or was blown off our beachside balcony fell nine floors and died . I had a TV technician in our condo so maybe he frightened her . I still feel terribly guilty. I should have protected her better.

 

In the past, I wanted to have long-haired cats such as Persians and Agoras. I realized that the maintenance they require does not fit my lifestyle. Most of my cats are mixed breeds acquired either by adoption or were rescued. As I got to know their base breeds, I found out that I fell in love with cats with the Manx breed. They are very intelligent and have lots of tricks to show.

 

For me, breed does matter a bit because it can impact their personality and care needs. I’ve always had a soft spot for Maine Coons. They're not only stunning with their large size and tufted ears but also have such friendly, gentle temperaments. After our cat passed away, it took me some time and consideration, but I ended up getting a Maine Coon cat, found my beauty here https://kittylandkittens.com/maine-coon/maine-coon-in-south-dakota/ She is so gorgeous and friendly. It's like having a big, cuddly companion