Longhair Cat Breeds

Longhair cats are known for their luxurious, flowing coats. Breeds like the Persian and Maine Coon require regular grooming but reward their owners with stunning beauty and often calm temperaments.

18 breeds in this group

Persian

Affectionate · loyal · Sedate

4–6 kg14–15 yrs

Maine Coon

Adaptable · Intelligent · Loving

5–8 kg12–15 yrs

Ragdoll

Affectionate · Friendly · Gentle

5–9 kg12–17 yrs

Norwegian Forest Cat

Sweet · Active · Intelligent

4–7 kg12–16 yrs

Birman

Affectionate · Active · Gentle

3–7 kg14–15 yrs

Himalayan

Dependent · Gentle · Intelligent

3–6 kg9–15 yrs

Javanese

Active · Devoted · Intelligent

2–5 kg10–12 yrs

Nebelung

Gentle · Quiet · Shy

3–5 kg11–16 yrs

Ragamuffin

Affectionate · Friendly · Gentle

4–9 kg12–16 yrs

Siberian

Curious · Intelligent · Loyal

4–7 kg12–15 yrs

Somali

Mischievous · Tenacious · Intelligent

3–5 kg12–16 yrs

Turkish Van

Agile · Intelligent · Loyal

3–9 kg12–17 yrs

Turkish Angora

Affectionate · Agile · Clever

2–5 kg15–18 yrs

York Chocolate

Playful · Social · Intelligent

5–8 kg13–15 yrs

Balinese

Affectionate · Intelligent · Playful

2–5 kg10–15 yrs

British Longhair

Affectionate · Easy Going · Independent

4–8 kg12–14 yrs

Chantilly-Tiffany

Affectionate · Demanding · Interactive

3–5 kg14–16 yrs

Cymric

Gentle · Loyal · Intelligent

4–6 kg8–14 yrs

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