Modern living conditions increasingly force a person to experience loneliness and feel the need for a friend - a pet that you can take care of. Therefore, more and more residents of cities make furry friends. And cat lovers justify their choice by the fact that dogs are required to be more organized and complete care, while cats are more independent, unpretentious and live well in an apartment, without requiring every second attention of the owners.
Some prefer to choose the cats of the calmest breeds, although it must be taken into account that there is no such cat that will lie on the sofa all day. However, to live in an apartment, you can pick up a breed, a representative of which will perfectly adapt and will get along with all family members and small children.
The best for living in an apartment
There are several beautiful cat breeds that are supposedly designed to live in an apartment: they are absolutely non-aggressive, get along well with children, do not require constant attention of the owner, the main thing is to feed them in time. All the rest of their little interest, they can spend time on their own, without creating any special problems. At any moment, such a cat can be stroked, relieved of stress, it will calmly settle down beside it and will comfortably purr.
Which of the breeds should be noted?
Ragdoll
The amazing name of the breed is translated from English as "rag doll." Why are these cats so called? First of all, because their habits resemble this cute doll, soft and obedient. In the hands of a cat can "go limp" and still enjoy the attention of the owners. This breed perfectly exists in apartment conditions; its representatives have a wonderful character and affection for owners and young family members. They are absolutely not intrusive, they can be alone for a long time, although they are tied to their master. But they have an excellent appetite, so you should not forget about timely feeding. A very important point is that these animals are incapable of correctly grouping when they fall, therefore it is strictly forbidden to throw these cats from hands to the floor and you need to control that the windows in the room are tightly closed. Unfortunately, there are times when cats fall out of the window. One carries more, others less. But this breed has very little chance of surviving a fall.
If you decide to purchase ragdoll, then be prepared to pay from 20 to 50 thousand rubles for a future friend.
Burmese
Burmese cat got its legendary name from a place in Myanmar, which was previously referred to as Burma (a state in South-East Asia). Great friend to stay in the apartment. Do not be offended when the owner can not pay attention or is absent from home. Many are confused by the long hair of cats of this breed, but there is no thick undercoat in the wool, so you only need to comb a pet from time to time, and the problem with wool throughout the apartment can be forgotten. Burmese cats have excellent health and excellent immunity. If you want to buy a pet from proven breeders, then be prepared that they will ask up to 70 thousand rubles for an exotic pet.
But you can buy with it much cheaper, it all depends on your personal preferences and financial capabilities.
Maine coon
Maine Coon always attracts the attention of breeders, first of all with its unusual appearance, and only then by its character, making this breed another winner in the list of the most peaceful cat breeds. The breed received its name from the English "Maine Coon" ", that is, the Maine Coon. These are incredibly smart and beautiful animals, of different colors and with cute tassels on the ears. They are rather large in size and therefore calm and phlegmatic. The conditions of the apartment are perfectly suited to this breed, they easily tolerate the machinations of children, are extremely faithful and sociable, but they are always ready to stay on their own in the apartment, without making a pogrom. Maine Coon cat will be your wonderful companion and will not cause any trouble.
The minimum price for a pet is 12 thousand rubles.
British Shorthair
These cats, due to their calm measured character and some sluggishness and phlegm, are one of the favorites of the apartment residents. They stay away from mischief and love peace and solitude. Care of them does not require huge investments or endless procedures. Their short hair does not require endless combing, they are very clean and independent, and their wonderful coloring and charming appearance makes them choose these British women.
Market prices range from 10-30 thousand rubles.
Russian blue
An excellent option for a quiet friend to live in an apartment is the breed of Russian blue cats. They are very lonely and not angry at the constantly working owners, they do not really like squeezing. These cats get along great with children, but do not particularly go to strangers. They have elegant features and a proud look, they are certainly worthy of consideration as candidates for best friends. You can find price tags for both 4 and 40 thousand rubles.
It all depends on the club, documents and merit of the pet's parents.
Exotic Shorthair
These truly exotic creatures were bred artificially by Americans in the 1960s by breeding Persian and American Shorthair cats. They are loyal friends, calm and independent, very loyal to the masters and understand all the commands with ease. Apartment living conditions do not frighten them, they feel comfortable there. They have excellent health and are unpretentious in content. Fluffy fur only occasionally requires combing, and it is very desirable to provide your pet with a personal sleeping place and a scraper.
The price of exotics starts from 10 thousand rubles.
Canadian Sphynx
Wonderful hand friend who just loves to be stroked and picked up. The appearance of the sphinx is very specific, so the choice will be determined by the personal preferences of the breeder, but the fact that this calm cat is perfectly acclimatized in houses and apartments is an absolute plus. These pets have a sweet, sweet temper, they get along with absolutely everyone, even with visiting guests. Cats have very delicate skin, so it will require special care and regular hygiene. But after all the grooming procedures, the cat can absolutely calmly remain on its own for a long time.
Kittens of Canadian Sphynx are sold at a cost of 15 thousand rubles and above.
Siberian cat
Incredibly faithful cat is affectionate and attentive to the atmosphere in the house. The breed has large dimensions, sometimes reaching up to 20 kg by weight. These are independent and very docile cats, but they require special care for wool: it is very thick and needs to be carefully combed, otherwise it can pile up. Meals also need to organize a full-fledged, to ensure strong immunity of the pet in urban living conditions.
Private traders sell kittens for 2-3 thousand, and club pets cost at least 25 thousand rubles.
In spite of which breed of the above mentioned cats will fall into your choice, it is safe to say that all of them are magnificent pets that can be made to live in an apartment, have a calm disposition and will be worthy companions.
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