Originally from Thailand, the striking Siamese is a beautiful cat breed that has fascinated people for centuries.

The Burmese—originally a cross between a little brown cat from Burma and Siamese cats—is a playful, and adventurous feline.

 and bold temperaments. The hybrid breed is generally healthy and has an estimated average lifespan of 12 to 20 years.

Named for its presence in ancient Egyptian art, Egyptian Mau is a beautiful cat with a characteristically spotted coat.

but some cats are prone to bladder stones and heart disease. Still, its average lifespan is around 15 years or more.

The only significant difference between the two breeds is the coat length. Like the Siamese, the Balinese is friendly,

The Russian blue is a quiet and rather reserved cat that tends to be affectionate with its family but not clingy.

The Bombay cat is a type of short-haired cat developed by breeding sable Burmese and black American Shorthair cats

breed is prone to heart disease, neurological issues, and skin conditions. But it still has an average lifespan of 10 to 15.

Most are generally healthy but can be prone to heart disease. The breed has an average lifespan of 15 to 20 years.