Re:Which Cat do u prefer

As far as I'm concerned a kitty is a kitty. I love them all. Growing up I had a Siamese, my parent's kept her when I moved out (Dad just couldn't give her up.). And now I have two DSH that I absolutely adore. Someday I would love to have a Burmese or a Sphynx.

I'm going to have to say Purebreds, considering I've only ever owned Persians & Exotics. They are my dream cats! However I'd do anything for a Devon Rex!

I do like Domestics though!

I love all cats and have only "owned" domestics or half breeds and I love them, they are the best. But my first cat was a Siamese (I love siamese) and I think Elsa is part her meow is definately and her two Kittens (Frosta and Arwen) difenately show siamese colouring and Shadow is part Burmese and I think Bombay but Graycie is half this and half that and all cat . I would much rather rescue a from a shelter then to buy one from a breeder or pet store. I refuse to buy a cat or dog from a petstore when there are so many cats and dogs in shelters but that is just me. So I probably wouldn't end up with a pre-breed anyway.

I probably shouldn't relate this, for fear of insulting anyone (though I debated it when I first saw this thread), but it really comes down to people's own preferences and experiences. Last week we visited friends who recently adopted a lovable little Persian. On the way home, my husband asked, "Why would anyone get a Persian? They have ugly faces (this from a man who loves Boxers, and thinks Bulldogs are beautiful), can't groom themselves properly, and like to pee on things (I'm a member of a rescue organization, so he's aware that many of the "problem pee-ers" seem to be Persians)!" My answer was, "They're quiet, friendly cuddlebugs that rarely drive the family and neighbors crazy with their noise and activity levels (unlike a certain cat I won't name)." He's only ever experienced "moggies"/"alley cats" and Siamese first-hand, and can't conceive that many people find the Persians' flat faces, round eyes and long hair gorgeous, or love their personalities. It's kind of like debating whether blondes, brunettes or redheads are more attractive.

Crossbreed. My Bobo was a crossbreed. Though Grissom is Maine Coon, and he is very handsome. And Chaos is gorgeous and Maine Coon. Hmmm.... Now this is a very difficult question for me to answer. I can't decide, I think I love them all!

I love all cats pure or mixed, but I love Abyssinians I have combined my love of adopting homeless cats with the love of the Aby breed. I currently own an Aby/Tabby mix, an Aby/Oci (or Bengal) mix, and an Aby/DSH (looks like a purebred ruddy Aby that was dipped in white paint on the lower half of her body) mix. The two that look like ruddy Abys definitely have the sweet Aby disposition and musical little "meow" that Abys are known for.

IF I came across a purebred Aby in a shelter I wouldn't hesitate to adopt it of course!!

Originally Posted by jcat

I probably shouldn't relate this, for fear of insulting anyone (though I debated it when I first saw this thread), but it really comes down to people's own preferences and experiences. Last week we visited friends who recently adopted a lovable little Persian. On the way home, my husband asked, "Why would anyone get a Persian? They have ugly faces (this from a man who loves Boxers, and thinks Bulldogs are beautiful), can't groom themselves properly, and like to pee on things (I'm a member of a rescue organization, so he's aware that many of the "problem pee-ers" seem to be Persians)!" My answer was, "They're quiet, friendly cuddlebugs that rarely drive the family and neighbors crazy with their noise and activity levels (unlike a certain cat I won't name)." He's only ever experienced "moggies"/"alley cats" and Siamese first-hand, and can't conceive that many people find the Persians' flat faces, round eyes and long hair gorgeous, or love their personalities. It's kind of like debating whether blondes, brunettes or redheads are more attractive.

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I do have to say that there was a time I did not much care for a persian myself . But there was a friend of mine in Germany and she adopt a red persian from the shelter there . He was cought on the street in the american housing . His name was "Sam" . Well Sam start to beat up my friends old cat , that cat age was already 13 years old at that time . My friend Irmgard did not want to bring him back to the shelter and ask me if I wanted him . Being a sucker for cat and feeling sorry for him to go back to the shelter I took him in , paying her the fee and Dr bill she had for him . Well Sam sure has changed my heart and thinking about Persian cats .

I've had barn cats and purebreds and love them all. I am partial to black cats in the non-purebreed types and definitely very very much partial to Siamese in the purebred area.

Our last cat was Siamese/Himalayan cross and I still miss him terribly. He passed from cancer 2 days before we moved to our new house at only 4 years of age. We went to a Siamese breeder to get a Siamese and ended up with our mixed breed as he was 6 months old and none of her usual clients wanted the cross-breed especially at 6 months old. He was amazingly affectionate and beautiful. We brought him to our new house and buried him in our back yard to stay close to us.

Many years ago I had a wonderful little lady Siamese named Suzy. She and I had a very special bond and since then I've always wanted another. So after our dear Simba left us I was feeling very feline deprived and made an appointment to see a lady with Siamese kittens for sale. My husband and daughter went along as well and we are now the proud parents of a lovely little Lilac-point boy named Bijou. (Jewel) He has our whole household wrapped firmly around his paws.

BUT, as you all say - all cats are wonderful/beautiful/special. Haven't met one I didn't like!

I love all cats,doesn't matter what they are.
I have never owned a purebred though and probably never will unless one just finds it's way to me.LOL.

If I had to pick a purebred preferance,I would go with Maine Coon or Bengal I guess,but I am perfectly happy with my "mutt" cats.

Originally Posted by PurrfectCatlove

I do have to say that there was a time I did not much care for a persian myself . But there was a friend of mine in Germany and she adopt a red persian from the shelter there . He was cought on the street in the american housing . His name was "Sam" . Well Sam start to beat up my friends old cat , that cat age was already 13 years old at that time . My friend Irmgard did not want to bring him back to the shelter and ask me if I wanted him . Being a sucker for cat and feeling sorry for him to go back to the shelter I took him in , paying her the fee and Dr bill she had for him . Well Sam sure has changed my heart and thinking about Persian cats

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I couldn't have a Persian around because of my cat-hair allergy, but I love their personalities. I've never encountered an unfriendly Persian, or one that wasn't a "lap cat". I prefer the ones that have noses, though - the "Pekinese" faces are too extreme, and can't be healthy for the cats. I think Robert simply finds them too "tame" in comparison to Siamese, which are the only purebreds we've ever had.

I like both--nothing but Pros for both of them!

Just bring them all on!!!!

Originally Posted by jcat

I couldn't have a Persian around because of my cat-hair allergy, but I love their personalities. I've never encountered an unfriendly Persian, or one that wasn't a "lap cat". I prefer the ones that have noses, though - the "Pekinese" faces are too extreme, and can't be healthy for the cats. I think Robert simply finds them too "tame" in comparison to Siamese, which are the only purebreds we've ever had.

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Yes you are talking about the doll face persian . Mine are all doll face persian . Persian are all very calm cats and I think that is what I love about them , they are so quiet all the time . Well , I do have a talker and his name is Noah . So there are some talker too .