--- title: "Low-maintenance cat breeds: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "Low-maintenance cat breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." canonical_url: "https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed-rankings/easiest-to-groom" meta: "og:description": "Low-maintenance cat breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "og:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "og:image:alt": "Dog and cat breeders near you" "og:image:height": "630" "og:image:width": "1200" "og:title": "Low-maintenance cat breeds: our top 20" "twitter:description": "Low-maintenance cat breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "twitter:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "twitter:title": "Low-maintenance cat breeds: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) Top 20 # Low-maintenance cat breeds Easy grooming makes everyday life simpler. These cat breeds generally need less grooming: check coat type, shedding and care costs on the breed profile. 1. 1 [![Russian Blue](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9537/bleu-russe.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/russian-blue) ## [Russian Blue](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/russian-blue) An elegant, calm and loyal cat, recognizable by its blue coat with silvery highlights. Grooming: 1/5Medium Russia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/russian-blue) [ 14 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-russian-blue) 2. 2 [![Oriental Shorthair](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5065/oriental_shorthair_cat.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/oriental-shorthair) ## [Oriental Shorthair](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/oriental-shorthair) An elegant cat, very talkative and intensely attached to its human. Grooming: 1/5Medium United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/oriental-shorthair) [ 10 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-oriental-shorthair) 3. 3 [![Singapura](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6730/singapura_cat.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/singapura) ## [Singapura](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/singapura) Small, rare and affectionate cat, the Singapura charms with its gentleness and expressive gaze. Grooming: 1/5Small Singapore [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/singapura) [ 2 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-singapura) 4. 4 [![Bengal](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4516/pexels-photo-6548971.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bengal) ## [Bengal](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bengal) An athletic, very intelligent and affectionate cat with the look of a small wild feline. Grooming: 2/5Large United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bengal) [ 165 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal) 5. 5 [![Sphynx](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6571/pexels-photo-31644050.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/sphynx) ## [Sphynx](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/sphynx) A hairless cat, affectionate and very close to its human. Grooming: 2/5Medium Canada [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/sphynx) [ 53 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-sphynx) 6. 6 [![Exotic](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7562/exotic-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/exotic) ## [Exotic](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/exotic) A calm, affectionate and round cat, close to the Persian but easier to live with on a daily basis. Grooming: 2/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/exotic) [ 49 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-exotic) 7. 7 [![Scottish Straight](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10346/scottish-straight-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/scottish-straight) ## [Scottish Straight](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/scottish-straight) The round-faced cat of the Scottish Fold, with straight ears and preserved health. Grooming: 2/5Medium Scotland [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/scottish-straight) [ 29 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-straight) 8. 8 [![Siamese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6559/chats_siamois_seal_point.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/siamese) ## [Siamese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/siamese) A talkative, elegant Oriental cat that is very attached to its human. Grooming: 2/5Medium Thailand [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/siamese) [ 28 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-siamese) 9. 9 [![Savannah](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5018/f2_savannah_cat.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/savannah) ## [Savannah](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/savannah) A large athletic, intelligent and affectionate cat with the look of a small cheetah. Grooming: 2/5Large United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/savannah) [ 20 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-savannah) 10. 10 [![Abyssinian](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9535/abyssin.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/abyssinian) ## [Abyssinian](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/abyssinian) An elegant cat, very active and deeply attached to its human. Grooming: 2/5Medium Ethiopia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/abyssinian) [ 17 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-abyssinian) 11. 11 [![Selkirk Rex](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6721/selkirk_rex_longhair_finticat_cat_show_helsinki_2013-11-23.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/selkirk-rex) ## [Selkirk Rex](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/selkirk-rex) A curly-haired, affectionate and calm cat that deeply loves family life. Grooming: 2/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/selkirk-rex) [ 17 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-selkirk-rex) 12. 12 [![Somali](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6691/cat_somali.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/somali) ## [Somali](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/somali) The Somali is an elegant cat, very lively and deeply attached to its family. Grooming: 2/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/somali) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-somali) 13. 13 [![Thai](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9549/thai.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/thai) ## [Thai](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/thai) An affectionate and talkative cat, heir to the traditional Siamese. Grooming: 2/5Medium Thailand [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/thai) [ 11 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai) 14. 14 [![Cornish Rex](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5134/abyssinian-cornish_rex_cross_breed.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/cornish-rex) ## [Cornish Rex](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/cornish-rex) A curly-haired, athletic cat that is very close to its human. Grooming: 2/5Medium United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/cornish-rex) [ 10 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-cornish-rex) 15. 15 [![Egyptian Mau](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9541/mau-egyptien.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/egyptian-mau) ## [Egyptian Mau](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/egyptian-mau) An ancient, athletic and affectionate cat, with a naturally spotted coat. Grooming: 2/5Medium Egypt [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/egyptian-mau) [ 10 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-egyptian-mau) 16. 16 [![American Curl](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/562/american_curl_2.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/american-curl) ## [American Curl](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/american-curl) A gentle, playful cat that is very attached to its family, recognizable by its curled ears. Grooming: 2/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/american-curl) [ 7 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-american-curl) 17. 17 [![Korat](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5063/korat_cat_wikipedia.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/korat) ## [Korat](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/korat) A rare Thai cat, affectionate and peaceful with bright green eyes. Grooming: 2/5Medium Thailand [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/korat) [ 6 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-korat) 18. 18 [![Kurilian Bobtail](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6309/pexels-photo-17529525.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/kurilian-bobtail) ## [Kurilian Bobtail](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/kurilian-bobtail) A rare, sociable and robust cat, recognizable by its pompom tail. Grooming: 2/5Medium Russia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/kurilian-bobtail) [ 5 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-kurilian-bobtail) 19. 19 [![Burmese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4609/pexels-photo-5521476.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/burmese) ## [Burmese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/burmese) A lively, intelligent and very affectionate cat, available in English and American varieties. Grooming: 2/5Medium Thailand [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/burmese) [ 4 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-burmese) 20. 20 [![Lykoi](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4797/pexels-photo-8727909.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/lykoi) ## [Lykoi](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/lykoi) The werewolf cat: lively, sociable and with a naturally sparse coat. Grooming: 2/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/lykoi) [ 4 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-lykoi) This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each cat breed in our listings. 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