Want a super fluffy kitty to add to your family? Check out our list of domestic long-haired cat breeds, along with everything you need to know about each one!
Long-haired cat breeds are some of the most popular domestic cat breeds. While these cats are beautiful and soft, keep in mind that most of them do require constant grooming. While cats are excellent at bathing and caring for their own fur, there will be times when you’ll need to lend a helping hand! Here are 12 breeds of domestic long-haired cat breeds, along with their origin, size, coat features, lifespan, common traits, average weight and popular colors.
Domestic Long-Haired Cat Breeds
American Curl
- Origin- United States
- Size- small to medium
- Coat- silky, soft and lustrous
- Lifespan- 12-16 years
- Traits- affectionate, intelligent and playful
- Weight- males: 7-10 pounds, females: 5-8 pounds
- Colors- black, blue, cream and red
Balinese
- Origin- United States
- Size- medium
- Coat- soft and silky
- Lifespan- 10-15 years
- Traits- adaptable, high-energy and playful
- Weight- males: 5-10 pounds, females: 4-8 pounds
- Colors- chocolate, cream, red and tortoise shell
Birman
- Origin- France
- Size- medium to large
- Coat- silky and soft
- Lifespan- 14-15 years
- Traits- active, gentle and social
- Weight- males: 9-15 pounds, females: 6-10 pounds
- Colors- chocolate, lilac, seal and spotted
Chantilly-Tiffany
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- Origin- United States
- Size- medium
- Coat- silky and soft
- Lifespan- 14-16 years
- Traits- affectionate, demanding and loyal
- Weight- males: 8-12 pounds, females: 7-10 pounds
- Colors- black, chocolate, cinnamon and fawn
Himalayan
- Origin- United States/United Kingdom
- Size- medium to large
- Coat- brushy and soft
- Lifespan- 9-15 years
- Traits- dependent, gentle and quiet
- Weight- males: 9-14 pounds, females: 7-11 pounds
- Colors- chocolate, fawn, seal and white
Maine Coon
- Origin- United States
- Size- largest cat breed
- Coat- silky and soft
- Lifespan- 12-15 years
- Traits- adaptable, independent and loving
- Weight- males and females: 12-18 pounds
- Colors- black, golden, silver and white
Norwegian Forest
- Origin- Norway
- Size- large
- Coat- dense and glossy
- Lifespan- 12-16 years
- Traits- active, curious and sweet
- Weight- males: 10-16 pounds, females: 8-12 pounds
- Colors- black, cream, tabby and white
Persian
- Origin- Persia
- Size- medium to large
- Coat- glossy and silky
- Lifespan- 14-15 years
- Traits- affectionate, loyal and quiet
- Weight- males and females: 9-14 pounds
- Colors- black, cream, red and white
Ragdoll
- Origin- United States
- Size- largest cat breed
- Coat- plush and silky
- Lifespan- 12-17 years
- Traits- easygoing, friendly and quiet
- Weight- males and females: 12-20 pounds
- Colors- blue, chocolate, lilac and red
Siberian
- Origin- Russia
- Size- largest cat breed
- Coat- dense
- Lifespan- 12-15 years
- Traits- curious, loyal and sweet
- Weight- males: 12-16 pounds, females: 8-12 pounds
- Colors- blue, fawn, silver and white
Somali
- Origin- Somalia
- Size- medium to large
- Coat- dense and soft
- Lifespan- 12-16 years
- Traits- intelligent, loyal and mischievous
- Weight- males: 10-12 pounds, females: 6-10 pounds
- Colors- chocolate, fawn, red and silver
Turkish Angora
- Origin- Turkey
- Size- medium
- Coat- sleek and soft
- Lifespan- 15-18 years
- Traits- agile, clever and social
- Weight- males: 7-10 pounds, females: 5-8 pounds
- Colors- black, cream, red and white
Aren’t they all just gorgeous? I would love to welcome any of them into my kitty family! Remember, adopt before you shop. There are millions of kitties, including domestic long-haired cat breeds, waiting for their furever home in shelters around the world.
I am a cat person, and have had cats all of my life. Ive had a number of Himalayans and they are a terrific breed.
My family had a Persian cat when I was a little girl and I loved that cat so much! I also think the Himalayan cat is beautiful! All of these long-haired breeds are so cute.
We think our cats are part Norwegian Forest Cat because of the tufts of fur between their toes. I love cats, and these are so beautiful!
The green eyes o the first cat are amazing. So many pretty pictures. I Adore cats!
I love long haired cats. I think they are so beautiful. One of our males is a mix and has the long fur and he’s so pretty.
These are all such gorgeous cats! My husband is allergic or else I would pick up one of these breeds in a heart beat!
Long hair cats are so beautiful! I never knew there were so many breed! They’re all so gorgeous!
I used to have a himilayan. It was a PITA to brush her but she was so beautiful and such a sweetie. I love cats.
I love how soft and fluffy long haired cats are. Unfortunately some family members are really allergic to the long hair breed. They do take much more care with brushing their fur.
I love these pictures of the gorgeous cats even though we are dog lovers and have two. Great for those looking to get a cat.
I’ll have to show my son this site. He LOVES cats! He could sit for hours looking through cat pictures. You do have some gorgeous cat photos.
Oh gosh! I never knew this! Long haired cats look so cute and they are simply picture perfect! Our neighbour had a Persian cat and as a kid I always loved going to their home to play with the cat.
These are all gorgeous cats and I have a long haired cat myself. Although she’s gorgeous, I’ve had to have her shaved a time or two because she sheds so much. I’d still prefer a long haired cat though and want to check out some of these other cats I didn’t know about.
I love long haired cats but my husband doesn’t. If I could, I would adopt a maine coon pronto! They’re adorable.
They are all so beautiful. And I think each one of them knows it!
I love my maine coon! Shes so fluffy and beautiful.
OMG Cuteness overload! I have two cats and I love them dearly. This post made my day.
I admire it so much but never had an opportunity to had someone who I gifted. Thanks for sharing