Few cat breeds are as controversial as the Singapura. Three Singaporean foundation cats were once supposed to have inspired the breed. However, controversy developed when it was discovered that the cats

Ragamuffins were created by Ragdoll aficionados who wished to escape the breed association's rigorous standards. The breed name comes from the fact that these cats fall limp (like ragdolls) when lifted up. 

Despite seeming alike, the Peterbald is genetically different from the Sphynx and other hairless breeds. Some cats are born with coats but lose them over time. A hairless cat from Russia, where it's frigid, may seem surprising. 

Ears "folded" tight to the head give the popular Scottish Fold an owl-like appearance. Mutations create malformed cartilage. This feature plus Scottish Folds' friendliness and playfulness make them popular pets.

Another bobtail cat. Its name comes from Russia's Kuril Islands. Possible related of the similar-looking Japanese Bobtail. Experts don't think the breeds are connected because they developed far apart. 

A purebred British domestic shorthair, the British Shorthair is similar to the American Shorthair. It may date back to the first century AD, say historians. That would make it one of the oldest known cat breeds.

Russian Blues have plush coats like British Shorthairs. Another breed that makes a good pet. Intelligent and curious, the Russian Blue is also laid-back.