Cats owners will agree, but once you own a cat (or they own you), then you will be addicted to these gorgeous creatures for the rest of your life.
Reports say that the average cat owner actually owns a minimum of two cats – though we are sure you may know some with many more.
And it is indeed true, all cats are very much beautiful, if you are looking for a cat that will stay by your side, give you all the head boops you need and might even let you have a little kitty cuddle, then these 10 breeds are sure to be perfect for you.
*While cat breeds do share similar traits, we advise each cat does have their own personality and individual needs – including medical, which is of primary importance when taking a cat into your home. Please be aware of this if adopting a cat.
![Known as "the dog of the cat world", the Abyssinian cat breed is as affectionate as they come. They are fiercely loyal and love to survey their surroundings to ensure those they love are protected at all costs.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjRlNzc5MjBkLTBlMDYtNDJjMi05N2RmLWU0NjBmMzRkYmY4MzphOGVlNzI2NC1kNDIxLTRkNzYtYjJkYy05ZGI5NWVlMDFiNDI=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
Known as “the dog of the cat world”, the Abyssinian cat breed is as affectionate as they come. They are fiercely loyal and love to survey their surroundings to ensure those they love are protected at all costs. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
![The Chartreux cat breed is a gentle and caring breed that will love your company.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjUwOTg5OTUzLTI2NDEtNDViYS1iYzFiLTlmYzQwNDIzODYzYzo0MDY4OGUwZC04ZGNlLTQxZjMtOWE3OC1iODBhNTcxMTU1Y2M=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
The Chartreux cat breed is a gentle and caring breed that will love your company. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
![The Birman is a very gentle, affectionate breed which offers all you could want from a loyal, loving and faithful companion.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOmEwZjAwZjdjLWRiMmYtNGM2MS04ZDg2LWJjN2NlODc1YTExZTpmYjEzNDU1NC03OGNmLTQzMWQtYjQxZS03MGU1NDVhZDk5NDA=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
![The Exotic Shorthair is a breed that loves playtime with their owner. Sweet and caring, the breed will that often show its curious side.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjAwNGNmYWFjLTc0ZjQtNDhiZS05OTBlLTIxZjgwODZjMjk1NzplMWE2NzdjNy0yMTg4LTQwNzUtYjVjZC0yMzYwOTQ3YTVlNjY=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=800)
The Exotic Shorthair is a breed that loves playtime with their owner. Sweet and caring, the breed will that often show its curious side. Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro