cat breeds

Siamese, Persian, etc.

Cat breeds are the recognized varieties of domestic cat, distinguished by physical traits like coat length, color patterns, body type, and facial structure.

Persians have flat faces and long fur; Siamese are sleek with pointed coloring; Maine Coons are large and shaggy.

Most cats are mixed-breed, but purebreds come with pedigrees and breed standards set by registries.

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