Top 11

cats breeds that need little exercise

Not all breeds need long daily outings. These cats are fine with moderate activity: check energy, apartment compatibility, and health on the breed page.

  1. 1Bombay

    Bombay

    An affectionate, calm miniature panther perfectly suited to indoor living.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium United States

  2. 2British Longhair

    British Longhair

    A calm and plush cat, close to its family without being intrusive.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium United Kingdom

  3. 3Céleste

    Céleste

    A calm cat with a semi-long coat and bright blue eyes.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium Modern selection

  4. 4Exotic

    Exotic

    A calm, tender and round cat, close to the Persian but easier to live with on a daily basis.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium United States

  5. 5Highland Fold

    Highland Fold

    The long-haired Scottish Fold: gentle, calm and to be monitored closely in terms of joints.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium United Kingdom / United States

  6. 6Highland Straight

    Highland Straight

    The straight-eared brother of the Highland Fold: same gentleness, without the folded-ear gene.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium United Kingdom / United States

  7. 7Himalayan

    Himalayan

    The colourpoint Persian: calm, majestic and very dependent on regular grooming.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium United States / United Kingdom

  8. 8Korat

    Korat

    A rare Thai cat, affectionate and peaceful with bright green eyes.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium Thailand

  9. 9Napoleon / Minuet

    Napoleon / Minuet

    The Minuet, a Munchkin × Persian cross: compact, cuddly and short-legged.

    Exercise: 2/5Small United States

  10. 10Persian

    Persian

    The Persian is a calm and very affectionate cat, appreciated for its majestic appearance and its gentleness in everyday life.

    Exercise: 2/5Medium Iran

  11. 11Ragdoll

    Ragdoll

    Large, gentle and placid cat, the Ragdoll is a very affectionate indoor companion and remarkably adaptable.

    Exercise: 2/5Large United States

This ranking is based on the 1-to-5 scores given to each cat breed in our breed pages. If scores are tied, breeds are ranked alphabetically.