Maine Coon: Largest, gentle breed with good looks and lustrous coat. Popular worldwide. Come in various colors, incl. black & white. Get along with all family members, loyal, affectionate, intelligent.
Black & white Cornish Rex: Striking, curly fur; large ears; svelte physique. Energetic, sociable, like greyhounds. Intelligent, learns tricks. Some serve as therapy animals.
Manx cats are dog-like, playful, and energetic. They are highly trainable, with no tails as per breed standard. They come in various coat colors, longhaired or shorthaired, and are excellent mousers.
Munchkin cats have shorter legs due to a genetic mutation. They come in various colors, are warm-hearted and fun-loving. Grooming can be challenging. There are ethical concerns about their health issues
Oriental shorthair: separate breed from Siamese. Green eyes, various patterns. Inquisitive, chatty, even-tempered. Short coat, sensitive to cold. Longer-haired Oriental is another breed.
Persian cats: known for white variety but come in other colors. Long, thick coats; vivid eyes; smushed faces. Laid-back, snuggly, low-energy. Not highly intelligent or trainable.
Scottish fold: small folded ears, impish appearance. Laid-back, friendly. May have joint disease. Dense coat requires regular grooming. Various colors available, including black and white.
Siberian cats: dense, semi-longhaired, triple coat for survival. Popular in the U.S. for affectionate nature, playfulness, and striking appearance. Active, intelligent, need enrichment.
Turkish Angoras: elegant, long-haired cats known for their white coat but come in various colors. Affectionate and active, they require companionship, enrichment, and enjoy water play.
Moggies: domestic mixed-breed cats without pedigrees. Often found in shelters, they're beautiful, intelligent, affectionate, and come in diverse colors and patterns.