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photo from www.catcraze.com Looking like a spotted leopard, the Ocicat has a sweet manner to offset its 'wild' look. These intelligent cats can be taught tricks, have a friendly disposition and make excellent and beautiful pets. Colors : spotted cinnamon, chocolate, tawny, silver. Origin : United States. (sources ProPlan, Purina)

photo from writewhat.com One of the largest U.S. domestic breeds, they received their name because their bushy tail resembles that of the raccoon. These large cats have a graceful lynx-like appearance, a gentle disposition and are extremely intelligent and inquisitive. Colors : blue, brown, silver & cream-silver tabbies, white and black, Coat : semi-long. Origin : United States. (sources ProPlan, Purina)

photo from simplycatbreeds.org These medium-sized cats have very curly, short or long hair. The coat is silky, soft and dense. La P erm have an affectionate, cuddly personality. They live people and make great lap cats. They are also keen at learning tricks. Colors : all colors, points and patterns. Coat : short or long. Origin : United States. (sources ProPlan, Purina)

photo from www.cat-breed-info.com Exotics derived from breeding Persians with American Shorthairs to get the Persian coat qualities found in the shorthair breed. The result were a totally new breed. These cats are study, medium-to-large, but elegant. They are sweet-natured and make ideal apartment pets. Colors : various colors. Coat : medium. Origin : United States. (sources ProPlan, Purina)

photo from www.vetstreet.com Developed as a breed in the mid-to-late 1900s , this cat only comes in one color, black. Their sweet disposition is somewhat mellow. They make loving, stay-at-home companions. Their striking eye color is always yellow or copper. Color : black. Coat : short. Origin : United States. (sources ProPlan, Purina)

photo from www.bengalbreed.com This strikingly beautiful cat sports spots that bring to mind its wilder cousins from the woods, While wild looking, it has temperament of a loving, domestic cat. They are confident, outgoing and intelligent. They love to play in the water and have an active curiosity. Colors : brown tabby, seal lynx, seal sepia, seal mink. Coat : short to medium. Origin : United States. (sources ProPlan, Purina)

photo from www.petfinder.com These cats came with the early Pilgrims to help settle the new world. They are of often referred to as America's 'native' cat. These healthy, affectionate, friendly cats have an even temperament. This is a wonderful cat that is gentle and relaxed. Colors : various solid colors and tabby patterns. Coat : short. Origin : United States. (sources ProPlan, Purina)