10 most intelligent cat breeds

When dealing with cats, each of us caught ourselves thinking that four-legged friends often understand our words, looking with smart eyes or doing what we want. Of course, often a person just wants to think so, but scientists believe that the intelligence of an animal is the ability to think and solve certain tasks, which cannot be explained by the influence of instincts.

We offer a rating of the smartest cats in the world. The choice is based on the opinion of professional breeders and ordinary pet owners.

Top 10 most intelligent cats

10 Oriental cat

This cat, which has a small size and elongated, muscular body, is famous for its amazing ability to understand the feelings and emotions of its owner. Orientals are very kind and friendly, loyal and affectionate, they are strongly attached to the person. They love to draw attention to themselves and can not stand loneliness. They are well trained teams, are amenable to training. The most inexpensive kittens of this breed can be bought for 10-15 thousand rubles, and exhibition copies can cost up to 120 thousand rubles. They adequately start the top smartest cats in the world.

9 Bengal cat

An inquisitive mind and a constant search for adventure make the Bengal cat a favorite of active personalities. Such a pet can find entertainment for itself. He is very intelligent and clever, especially regarding the inventing of games. It can take a long time to study the surrounding space, so in a small apartment such a cat will be crowded and boring. The cost of a cat starts from 10 and reaches 120 thousand rubles.

8 Abyssinian cat

This breed was bred in the UK by crossing aboriginal breeds in Africa and Asia. The main feature of this sultry beauty is exceptional curiosity, thanks to which she got into the top of the smartest cats. She is interested to observe what her master is doing and always tries to take part and help. The nature of the cat is very similar to the dog. She is playful, active, quickly learns to various teams. The Abyssinian cat is very graceful, has the plasticity of a wild animal and is perfect for lovers of the exotic. The cost starts from 10 thousand rubles and reaches 100 thousand rubles.

7 Munchkin

These short-footed cats can only cause emotion. Due to the peculiarities of the body structure, the munchkins cannot hunt and cannot jump. But they amuse their masters by hiding toys and other small things in different places, and when their caches are discovered, they innocently blink their eyes. Cats of this breed are very smart, smart, they perfectly adapt to new conditions. Munchkins do not show aggression and will suit large families with children. This is exclusively a domestic cat that can not survive on the street, so they are very loyal and affectionate. The price varies from 5 to 70 thousand rubles, depending on the breed.

6 Scottish fold

Cats of this breed are well trained in all sorts of commands and tricks. They especially do it with pleasure when they realize that ahead of them there is a reward in the form of a tasty delicacy.Scottish folds have enviable calmness and patience and never show aggression towards a child, as a rule, they are very devoted to the young owner. Even if he was hurt, he would prefer to hide rather than show aggression. You can buy a kitten from 10 to 30 thousand rubles, depending on the class of the animal.

5 Turkish Angora

Cats of this breed have an amazing learning ability - they very quickly understand what the owner wants from them. It easily masters a scratching post and in a matter of hours learns where to go to the toilet, you can also cut it without fear of aggression. Turkish Angora, moreover, is very neat, faithful and affectionate. She does not tend to leave behind the dirt when eating or tearing apart the favorite things of the owners. The cost of a cat is relatively low: kittens can be bought for 5 thousand rubles. The price of animals of the show class is usually not more than 25 thousand rubles.

4 Norwegian Forest Cat

Natives of the forests of Norway - Norwegian forest cats, lived in nature in small flocks with one leader. The cold and harsh living conditions, the constant search for food and shelter made the breed one of the most savvy in the world. These animals are strongly attached to the person and take him for the leader. Cats are easily accustomed to the tray, very curious, affectionate, watch the intonation, facial expressions and gestures of the owner and understand them. The cost depends on the class of the animal and ranges from 10 to 70 thousand rubles.

3 Maine Coon

One of the best cats for lovers of large animals will be a pet of this breed. Its dimensions are truly impressive - the body can be up to 110 centimeters in length, and its weight can be up to 8 kilograms for females and up to 12 kilograms for males. But our cat got into the top not for impressive size, but for intelligence and ingenuity. These animals are very curious, they are easy to learn and always ready to help. By their nature resemble dogs. They quickly get used to the tray, remember the commands and even allow themselves to be walked on a leash. Maine-coons are strongly attached to the owner and surprise with their ingenuity, as well as kind and calm disposition and beauty. The cost of a kitten varies from 20 to 80 thousand rubles.

2 Korat

Corat is considered the best companion and one of the smartest cat breeds. This native of Thailand is very devoted to his master, energetic, playful and easily gets along with other animals, but he is jealous if he feels lack of attention. Korat are easy to learn and love to mollify. In Thailand, this breed is considered a symbol of good luck and a strong marriage, so they are traditionally presented to newlyweds. Good health, docile nature and quick-wittedness will be big advantages for the breeder. The cost is an average of 50 thousand rubles.

1 Canadian Sphynx

The Canadian Sphynx is considered to be the best in our ranking. Cats of this breed perceive the person not as the owner, but as a friend, family member and companion. Canadian Sphynx is not important comfort, if next to him his friend - a man. These cats love to communicate, learn easily and guess host habits. Despite the arrogant appearance, it is a very kind, playful pet who loves children and does not show jealousy of other animals living with him on the same square. Lack of wool will be a big plus for those who keep order. The price for a kitten starts from 5 thousand rubles and can reach up to 100 thousand rubles.

Popular vote - what is the smartest cat breed?
We vote!

Oriental cat

Bengal cat

Abyssinian cat

Munchkin

Scottish fold

Turkish Angora

Norwegian Forest Cat

Maine Coon

Korat

Canadian Sphynx

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