For those who want to know which cat to adopt to stay in an apartment, here are the best breeds of indoor cats. Indeed, having a cat in an apartment is quite possible, provided you choose a suitable breed. You don't need a house in the country, no garden or a terrace to have a cat!
Discover below the different breeds of cats suitable for apartment living and the arrangements you will need to plan.
Why choose a breed of apartment cat?
When we take responsibility foradopt a kitten, above all, you have to be sure that you can make him happy.
Indeed, it is up to you to anticipate if all the conditions will be met for the cat to be happy: Provide a budget (vaccinations, vermification, food, litters, harness...), a suitable environment, time available, knowing how keep your cat if needed, etc.
And if you live in an apartment, you will have to choose a cat who will be happy to stay inside all the time. However, there are many breeds of cats that are best avoided if you live in an apartment. And suddenly, to have a happy cat, you will have to choose a breed of cats that have a calm, quiet and homey character.
Best breeds of apartment cats
Here are the cat breeds best suited to apartment living:
Indoor cat breeds: The Persian cat
Persian cats are gorgeous and recognizable by their beautiful, long coat. They are said to have a gentle character. In fact, Persian cats are rarely aggressive and dislike changes in habits. They love to stay warm in their basket or on the sofa!
Indoor cat breeds: The Korat
The Korats are calm, home-like and heavy sleepers. It is a breed perfectly adapted to living in an apartment but in peace. Be careful if you have several children because they don't like noise or bustle.
Indoor cat breeds: The Ragdoll
The Ragdoll does not like to roam outdoors. Indeed, Ragdolls are cats who prefer to spend their time indoors without moving too much. If you have a large family, know that these cats are very affectionate and patient with children. In addition, they are cats that do not meow much and are never aggressive.
Indoor cat breed: Norwegian
Despite their wild origins from the Norwegian forests, these cats are very well adapted to apartment living. Intelligent, affectionate and gentle, norwegian cats are happy in the apartment and with the children.
Indoor cat breed: The Sacred of Burma
Here is a breed of cats known for its gentleness and docility. Discreet and kind, these cats are happy to live indoors.
They are generally very attached to their owner, whom he will follow everywhere and show him signs of affection. Be careful, however, to avoid with this breed in particular any too close relationship with his cat.
Indoor cat breed: The Sphynx
These cats are very affectionate, happy to stay indoors, and lively. A Sphynx cat will need to exercise physically in the apartment. This is why it will be necessary to provide toys and equipment so that he can exercise (see my advice below). Be careful though because it is a very fragile cat (see breeds to avoid).
What size apartment for an indoor cat?
A cat that stays indoors all the time must have access toat least 35 m2 and at least 2 large rooms. Indeed, he must be able to isolate himself in a room to be quiet especially if you receive people.
2 rooms will allow him to use the space according to his needs:
- 1 room with furniture, a cat tree, shelves, cardboard boxes, toys so that he can explore, hide, have fun, exercise, eat… See My cat is bored, what to do?
- 1 room where he can isolate himself to sleep in peace, room where you can install his litter.
How to take care of an indoor cat?
In fact, more important than the surface of your apartment, the time you will devote to your cat is essential for him to be happy.
In reality, an indoor cat should be taken out and walked regularly. Indeed, an apartment cat will not go outside itself to let off steam, hunt or run. Suddenly, it's up to you to take it out so that it can enjoy the outdoors.