For decades the Siamese has consistently been one of the most popular breeds on the planet and for good reason. These charming blue eyed cats are not only extremely attractive but they boast being wonderful companions and family pets more especially for people who spend a lot of time at home. The Siamese is well known for being one of the most talkative felines around and will happily hold a long conversation with their owners whenever they can. They are athletic lithe medium size cats that thrive on human company and don't particularly like being left on their own for any length of time.

The Siberian is a powerful looking cat and one that is not only very agile but capable of jumping up to great heights too. They are medium to large size cats and they boast having lovely large paws which adds to their overall charming appeal. They have luxurious coats and lovely personalities to match their good looks. Since they first arrived in the UK they have found their way into the hearts and homes of many cat lovers and for good reason. Not only is the Siberian a lovely looking cat but they boast having gentle playful and affectionate natures along with an extremely impressive purr.

The Singapura is one of the smallest breeds around and they were originally "street cats" found in Singapore. They boast having extremely large green eyes which adds to their endearing albeit mischievous appearance. They are delicate little cats that have found their way into the hearts and homes of many people not only because they are so adorable looking but also because they boast such alert active and loving natures which makes it a joy to share a home with them.

The Somali is often referred to as the "cat with the smiling face" which is just one of their delightful traits. They are medium size cats that boast being of a foreign type and are known to be highly intelligent as well as incredibly beautiful. They thrive on being around people forming strong bonds with their owners. The Somali is also known for having a real "zest" for life which makes sharing a home with one of these wild looking cats so very enjoyable. However anyone wishing to share a home with a Somali would need to register their interest with breeders because well-bred kittens are hard to find.

The Sphynx is an exotic looking medium size hairless cat and one that catches people’s attention as soon as they set eyes on them. They are quite unique with their wrinkled appearance and although they look delicate they are in fact deceivingly heavy for their small size. Over the years the Sphynx has found a large fan base the world over thanks to their extraordinary looks and the fact they boast such loving and loyal natures.

Thai cats resemble the Korat because they are their self-coloured cousins. They come in two types being the Thai Lilac and the Thai Blue Point. They are recognised as a breed in their own right by the GCCF and over the years these charming cats have earned themselves the reputation for being wonderful companions and family pets. Thai cats have a ton of personality which when paired to their lovely looks means sharing a home with one is always extremely entertaining and a real pleasure.

The Tiffanie first appeared in the mid 1980s and is the only semi-longhaired variety in a group of breeds known by the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF) as the Asian Group. This name is used for cats of Burmese shape and coat texture (but not Burmese coat colour pattern or length) which derive from Burmese crossed with other pedigree breeds and which also includes the Asian Self Asian Smoke Asian Tabby Bombay (a black Asian Self) and the Burmilla (a Burmese x Chinchilla cross). The Burmilla also referred to as an Asian Shaded originated in the UK in 1981 as the result of an 'accidental' mating between a Persian Chinchilla and a Burmese and although it is a breed in its own right it is also the founder breed of the Asian Group. The first Tiffanies were in effect semi-longhaired Burmillas with a shaded pattern although they are now bred in the full range of Asian colours and coat patterns. Interestingly the Asian Group were the first pedigree cat breeds in Britain to include good temperament as part of their Standard of Points. The Tiffanie is not to be confused with the very rare American Tiffany breed also known as a Chantilly which is a totally different variety altogether.

The Tonkinese is a breed that's relatively new to the cat world having first been developed in the United States during the 1950s. The cats we see today are a cross between a Burmese and a Siamese which means they have inherited a few of their parent breeds traits and their good looks. They adore being around people and form exceptionally strong bonds with their owners which makes them perfect companions and family pets. Being highly intelligent it's a real pleasure to share a home with a Tonkinese because they make sure there is never a dull moment when they are around.

Toybobs are often called the “smallest” of all cat breeds and are known for their loving affectionate natures. They are intelligent and love the company of their owners and being around other pets. They remain very kitten-like right through to their golden years and mature Toybobs never get any bigger than kittens of other cat breeds. However they are not “miniature” cats they are naturally small in size.

One of their most striking physical traits is their kinked short bobbed tails and unlike some other breeds this trait is not known to affect a Toybobs’ health or their agility. A Toybob can have a short or long coat and they come in an amazing amount of colours. These lovely little cats are not recognised by the GCCF as yet but they are recognised by TICA.

The Toyger is an attractive medium to large size cat that boasts a bit of a "wild" look about them thanks to their stripey coats and athletic lithe low slung bodies. They were first developed in the United States in the eighties and thanks to their wonderful looks they quickly found a large fan base. On top of their good looks Toygers are known to be kind and affectionate which is why they have found their way into the hearts and homes of many people the world over which includes here in the UK.

The Turkish Angora is an elegant graceful small to medium sized cat and one that boasts having a super soft silky coat. They are energetic intelligent and a national treasure in their native Turkey where they have always been highly prized. For the moment the breed is not recognised by the GCCF and not many well-bred kittens are available every year. As such anyone wishing to share their home with a Turkish Angora would need to register their interest with breeders for the pleasure of doing so but the wait is well worth it.

The Turkish Van is a semi-longhaired variety of cat originating from the area around Lake Van in Eastern Turkey and often known to their growing band of followers simply as 'Turks'. They are sometimes nicknamed the 'Turkish Swimming Cat' as they are said to love a dip during the hot summer months in their native country and they love playing in water. This breed is also famous for its totally unique coat pattern mainly pure white but with striking markings on the head and tail which is so distinctive that the pattern is even called 'Van' in other breeds. They are still relatively rare in Britain despite having been recognised by the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF) for more than 40 years with less than fifty new registrations in 2010. The Turkish Van shouldn't be confused with the Turkish Angora and the Turkish Vankedisi both of which are two completely different breeds in their own right.