Different Cat Breeds, Different Grooming Needs
It takes different strokes to groom longhaired and shorthaired cat breeds. See where the comb comes down on these cat coats.
By Stacy N. Hackett
Posted: August 3, 2011, 3 a.m. EDT
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That beautiful cat with the flowing coat may not require as much grooming as you think. Long, flowing hair remains an icon of beauty and health. When those lovely locks adorn a friendly cat, you’re tempted to stroke the fabulous cat fur. Luckily, not all longhaired cat breeds require hours of grooming care.
As for the shorthairs, not all shorthaired cat breeds share the same type of coat. Learn about the gorgeous variety of close-cropped cats. Pixie cuts and bobs have popped up all over Hollywood, making short hair stylish this year. See if your close-cropped cutie is on here.
The 20 cat breeds listed here remain popular because of their stunning looks, and require various levels of grooming maintenance. Don’t see your favorite here? Have a mixed-breed cat? See if your cat matches up to the coat types of these 20 shorthaired and longhaired cat breeds and learn a few tricks from the locks of your cat’s cousins.
Click below to find out more on grooming by cat breed.
