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Breed quiz

Welcome to the Purina Cat Breed Selector

Already know which breed you want? Find it in our Cat Breed Library.

Whether you know the cat breeds you like or need a bit of guidance, we’re here to help pair you with your ideal four-legged friend.

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Breed quiz

Experience 1 / 2

Are you an experienced cat owner?

Yes I have owned cats before

No, this will be my first cat

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Experience 2 / 2

How much enrichment and playtime are you prepared to do?

I'd like a low-maintenance cat

I'd like a cat who will enjoy playing games and be active in the house

I want a cat who needs plenty of enrichment

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Behaviour 1 / 3

How active do you want your breed to be?

I'd like a cat that's calm

I'd like a cat that's playful and curious

I'd like a cat that's highly active and inquisitive

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Behaviour 2 / 3

How sociable would you like your cat to be?

Sociable and dependent

Friendly but independent

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Behaviour 3 / 3

How talkative should your cat be?

I'd prefer a cat that is quiet

I don't mind a cat that is slightly talkative

I'd like a cat that is very talkative

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Appearance 1 / 2

How would your ideal cat look?

I'd like a lean and elegant breed

I'd like an average build cat breed

I'd prefer a larger and stocky breed

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Appearance 2 / 2

How much grooming are you prepared to do?

I've got time for grooming my cat every day

I've only got time for grooming my cat once a week

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Environment 1 / 4

Will your cat live indoors, outdoors, a bit of both?

My cat will be an indoors-only pet

My cat will have limited access to outdoor space

My cat will be free to roam outdoors at will

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Environment 2 / 4

Are you looking for a family-friendly cat that will enjoy living with children?

Yes, I have children in the home

No, I have a child-free home

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Environment 3 / 4

Will your cat ever be left alone?

They will be left alone regularly

No there will always be someone with my cat

They might be left for a couple of hours occasionally

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Environment 4 / 4

What type of household will your cat live in?

A quiet, peaceful environment

An average, relaxed home

A busy household with lots of activity

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Perks of Taking the Cat Breed Quiz

Created by an in-house team of Purina breed experts

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We’ll match their needs with your lifestyle

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Over 50 breeds to choose from

Finding the right cat breed for you

At Purina, we believe the bond between people and pets help create a better society. Owning a cat can mean a happy and fulfilling life together, but it’s your responsibility – for the sake of both you and your cat, to find the right one.

Less questions, more accuracy

At Purina, we’ve brought together experts in every aspect of pet nutrition, health, and cat behaviour, ensuring that our cat breed selector is asking the right questions to help find the right cat for you.

Pure-breeds and moggies

The vast majority of cats are ‘moggies’; a mix of pure-bred pedigree cats – often over many generations. This unknown lineage means moggies’ personalities are more defined by nurture than nature. Our Breed Selector specialises in pure-bred cat breeds for this reason.

More choice and flexibility

We understand how the bond between people and pets differs for each owner; that’s why we'll show you which breeds are most suited to your answers, as well as those that might not be. Hopefully, our tool can steer you in the right direction.

Welcome to the Purina Cat Breed Selector

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