Top 10Cat Breeds

of 2015

10

Maine coonCommon health conditions: Dental disease, urinary tract disease, chronic kidney disease

Most popular names: Max, Lucy, Simba

3Fun fact: There are 14

varieties of the breed

Fun fact: One of the

largest breeds, has dog-like

behavior

RagdollCommon health conditions: Urinary tract disease, dental disease, chronic kidney disease

Most popular names: Oliver, Coco, Bella

4Fun fact: There are 14

varieties of the breed

Fun fact: Named after

their tendency to go limp when

picked up

British shorthairCommon health conditions: Urinary tract disease, dental disease, ear infection

Most popular names: Winston, Oliver, Smokey

5Fun fact: There are 14

varieties of the breed

Fun fact: Most featured cat in movies, TV and books

American shorthairCommon health conditions: Hyperthyroidism, dental disease, chronic kidney disease

Most popular names: Max, Oliver, Sophie

6Fun fact: There are 14

varieties of the breed

Fun fact: “America’s breed,”

this cat was brought over by

early settlers

7Fun fact: There are 14

varieties of the breed

8Fun fact: There are 14

varieties of the breed

9Fun fact: There are 14

varieties of the breed

PersianCommon health conditions: Chronic kidney disease, urinary tract disease, dental disease

Most popular names: Bailey, Bella, Gizmo

2Fun fact: Referenced in hieroglyphics

dating back to1684 B.C.

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AbyssinianCommon health conditions: Urinary tract disease, dental disease, chronic kidney disease

Most popular names: Lucy, Sophie, Ramses

Fun fact: This breed

comes in four different colors

Fun fact: Folded ears give them an owl-like

appearance

Scottish foldCommon health conditions: Inflamed liver; urinary tract disease, upset stomach

Most popular names: Fiona, Sasha, Gizmo

Oriental Common health conditions: Chronic kidney disease, upset stomach, pancreatitis

Most popular names: Lily, Ajax, Angel

Fun fact: One of the most

sociable and vocal breeds

SphynxCommon health conditions: Upper respiratory infection, heart muscle disease, heart valve problems

Most popular names: Cleopatra, Oliver, Charlie

Fun fact: Has a higher

metabolism than other breeds

Results based on the Cat Fanciers Association’s annual registration statistics. Common health conditions and most popular pet names based on Nationwide® data. Nationwide encourages pet owners to adopt cats from shelters and rescue organizations.

1ExoticCommon health conditions: Upper respiratory infection, corneal ulcer, upset stomach

Most popular names: Chloe, Casper, Ginger

Fun fact: This breed is a cross between a Persian and an American shorthair