Top most popular cat breeds in the world

Polydactyl

Cats with this genetically inherited trait are most commonly found along the East Coast of North America.

Snowshoe

Snowshoes were first produced in Philadelphia when a Siamese breeder's cat gave birth to three kittens with white feet.

Calico

While nobody knows for sure where Calico cats originated, it's thought that they were initially found in Egypt.

British shorthair

They were used for vermin control and quickly spread throughout the country as street and farm cats.

Siamese

Siamese, popular short-haired breed of domestic cat originally from Thailand, a country whose official name was Siam until 1939.

Norwegian forest cat

The breed is very popular in Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Iceland, and France.

Japanese bobtail

The variety is native to Japan, though it is now found throughout the world.