Calm cat breeds for apartments

Some breeds are calm, meow little and feel at home in an apartment, without needing much exercise. The list includes the British Shorthair, Persian, Ragdoll, Chartreux, Russian Blue and Birman, among others.

How the breeds were chosen

We included breeds that sources describe as quiet, calm or suited to apartment life. Even quiet cats need daily play, so that they do not put on weight. The description applies to the breed in general. Every cat has its own character, and upbringing and socialisation matter just as much.

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