If you are a cat lover, then no matter where you live, you will always want to have a cat, or two, in your life. Depending on where you live, some of the best house cats for apartments may be the right fit for your lifestyle and your home.
Today, domesticated cats often prefer indoors, and most other cats will adapt to an indoor lifestyle, given time. Especially if they have been indoors since a kitten. There are though, specific breeds of cats, that are perfectly happy to spend all their life indoors. Let’s have a look at which cat breeds will live a happy life, as an indoor pet.
4 Best House Cats for Apartments
1. Persian Cat
If you want a fluffy bundle of fur in your life, then the Persian cat breed might be the right one for you. They are an attractive breed with a cute stubby face, and big round eyes. If that doesn’t stir your heart, their true affection towards their humans most certainly will.
This ancient breed originates from Persia, in the 17th century. Brought to Europe by an Italian nobleman. Descendants of Persians were from either Khorasan or Angora (now Ankara). Their natural color was either grey (Khorasan ), or white (Ankara). Later, these breeds would become classified as separate types.
Persians hate noise, so a quiet indoor apartment is the perfect setting for them. Don’t do so well with boisterous children either. With their regal poise, they can be a little picky on who they allow to pet them.
Once they trust you, then you have a friend for life. Their litter tray must stay meticulously clean, or they may go elsewhere for poop time. Not great climbers, so very happy to live at the sofa level. Will be comfortable left alone for long periods.
They shed a lot of that long coat, so need regular grooming, which they love. Also prone to wet eye conditions, and can be noisy breathers with that flat nose.
2. British Shorthair Cat
A pure breed version of the domestic cat. It has a great temperament that’s similar to an Abyssinian cat breed and makes a very loyal and affectionate pet. Its descendants came to the British isles, by the Romans.
Most popular is the British Blue, but other colors of British Shorthairs have been bred.
Who wouldn’t fall in love with a cute teddy bear appearance? Short thick coats make them appear chunky and solid in build. Considered an intelligent cat, full of curiosity, because they love to get involved in whatever you are doing.
Their higher intelligence means they need lots of stimulation. Great around children and other pets, even dogs. Known to mature later, means they will be playful for a long time. Love their food, and are prone to put on too much weight. Don’t like a change in routine, so settle well as indoor cats.
3. Sphynx Cat
If you are looking for something a little different, the Sphynx should fit the bill. Similar to the Siamese cat breed, this cat has no fur coat. Sometimes, even no whiskers or eyelashes either. You should not suffer any nuisance shedding of a fur coat, around your home.
It is covered though, in the downing of fine hairs, giving it a super soft texture. Energetic, loving, and loyal, as a breed. Good with children. A great attention seeker.
Bounces around in high places, so if he’s got lost, just look upwards to find him. Loves company, so great if you have another cat. Enjoys plenty of attention. This cat was bred using selective breeding, in the 1960s. Making it a relatively new thorough breed.
Despite their lack of hair, Sphinx needs regular grooming to remove dry skin. Because they have no fur to absorb natural oils, they can leave oil spots around your furniture. Bathing regularly will help combat this.
If you do take your cat out for walks on a lead, in cold weather, he will need a coat to protect him from the elements, and suncream in summer. Another breed that does not like a dirty litter tray, or he may go elsewhere in the home. He will come into the world all wrinkled, but his skin will smooth out a little as he grows.
4. Russian Blue
The Russian Blue cat breed is preferred of a quiet home, as they are calm by nature and similar to the Exotic Shorthair breed. Friendly, intelligent, and curious. Some believe they are sensitive to human emotions, and they will only bond with few people. Will most likely hideaway when strangers enter your home. They are not destructive by nature and happily left alone.
Originate from the Archangel (Arkhangelsk) Isles, when sailors introduced them to Europe in the 19th century. Short-haired and blue or grey-eyed, with a two-layered short thick coat. One of the better breeds for those who may have a mild allergy to cat hairs. No inbred health problems, making them quite robust and low maintenance.
Whilst the breeds we have mentioned are popular as indoor cats, there are many other breeds and crossbreeds, that will also make ideal indoor pets. If you bring your cat up to be an indoor feline, then there should be no reason why you cannot keep any cat indoors
Consider getting your cat from an animal trust, even if you want a kitten. Though there are plenty of older cats too, who could do with a loving safe home to spend the rest of their days in comfort and shelter. There are plenty of kittens taken in by animal welfare organizations, so you will have both options. How you raise your pet, is how it will adjust to its surrounding.
Even an outdoor cat, can be trained to become an indoor pet. It may take a bit of patience and time, but taking in a stray cat does not mean it has to return to the outdoors. Plus, it cuts down on parasites, outdoor injuries, and the birds and mice will love you for it.
