Cats have long held a special place in human history for thousands of years, and are one of the most popular pets in the entire world. Cat owners understand on a very special level how sweet and deeply terrifying a feline can be at times, but the world goes crazy when a kitten tries taking its first steps on the internet. That being said, a lot of people don’t know how many cat breeds there actually are in the world. Believe us, there are more than you can count on your fingers and toes. Here are 5 of the more unusual cat breeds out there.
5. Devon Rex
5. Devon Rex
The Devon Rex has been around since sometime in the 1960s. They are a thin, wiry feline that has very little “guard hair” on their bodies. They are known for having stiff, waterproof hair that is generally associated with furry mammals.
4. Scottish Fold
4. Scottish Fold
The Scottish Fold has a weird dominant genetic mutation that forces the cartilage in their ears to fold in half, and even up to two or three times in a row. Their ears begin to flop forward, giving them a round-faced appearance of innocence.
3. Savannah
3. Savannah
Savannahs are a highly interesting breed of cat known to have been domesticated in Africa. They were once wild cats, but mixed with Siamese cats to start towards domestication. They have wild spots, stripes, and other markings, making them unique and fearsome looking.
2. Teacup Persians
2. Teacup Persians
Teacup Persians have become popular amongst the people of the internet recently, as they require very little space in an apartment. Their demand has since exploded. They are simply formed by selective breeding, and are only about 8 inches tall while sitting.
1. Sphynx
1. Sphynx
The Sphynx, or Canadian Hairless, is a breed of feline with no fur. They were rare for the longest time due to their delayed breeding, sadly. The first one died, but another managed to birth a litter before passing. They actually do have hair, believe it or not, it is just short and soft, despite contrary belief.
