Top 5 cat breeds for apartment living

Cats are small and generally don’t take up much space, and with apartments increasingly designed to be open plan and spacious, your cat will have plenty of room to play. 

However, just because cats are small, it doesn’t mean that all cats are well-suited to apartment living. You should consider many different factors before welcoming a feline friend to your apartment. 

Some breeds, like Siamese cats, are notorious for being loud. So when you’re in an apartment building with neighbours nearby, having a noisy cat might not be the best option. So instead, consider these cat breeds, which are ideal for apartment living. 

Persians cat

Persian cats are some of the calmest cats out there, making them ideal for apartment living. They aren’t overly active like other cat breeds and are more likely to be found napping than climbing over all the furniture in your apartment. They love spending time with people but are just as easily able to entertain themselves when nobody is home. 

Ragdoll 

Ragdoll cats can often grow to be quite large, but with new off-the-plan apartments boasting generous floor plans, this won’t be a problem. They’re a friendly and affectionate breed that always welcomes cuddles and are generally comfortable in apartments.

American Shorthair 

American shorthair cats are a highly adaptive breed, calmly adjusting to any environment they find themselves in. This makes them perfect for apartment living! These short-haired cats are fairly easygoing and good at entertaining themselves, but you will need to make sure you’re home enough to play with them and meet their social needs. 

Scottish Fold 

Scottish Folds are ideal cats for apartment living due to their relaxed personalities. These cats are easy to socialise and train, and while they enjoy spending time with their favourite humans and other animals, they are also content with being left alone. This dynamic, easygoing cat breed can adapt to almost any home environment, making them the perfect breed for apartment living.

Burmese

Burmese cats are the perfect breed for apartments as they are best off being kept 100% indoors. They’re a small breed as well, and with apartments becoming increasingly spacious, these cats will have plenty of space to play. However, they are a relatively active breed, so you will need to ensure you play with them every day. 

With new apartments offering plenty of space for cats to run around and play, they are the ideal pet for apartment living. Any of these five cats would be the perfect addition for those living in an apartment. If you’re wondering how to pet-proof your new apartment, click here.

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