Top 12
Cat breeds that need little exercise
Not all breeds need long daily outings. These cats are content with moderate activity: check energy level, apartment suitability and health on the breed profile.
- 1

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
- 2

Ragdoll
Large, gentle and placid cat, the Ragdoll is a very affectionate indoor companion and remarkably adaptable.
Exercise: 2/5Large United States
- 3

British Longhair
A calm, round little cat, close to its family without being intrusive.
Exercise: 2/5Medium United Kingdom
- 4

Exotic
A calm, affectionate and round cat, close to the Persian but easier to live with on a daily basis.
Exercise: 2/5Medium United States
- 5

Scottish Straight
The round-faced cat of the Scottish Fold, with straight ears and preserved health.
Exercise: 2/5Medium Scotland
- 6

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
- 7

Highland Straight
The straight-eared brother of the Highland Fold: same gentleness, without the folded-ear gene.
Exercise: 2/5Medium United Kingdom / United States
- 8

Korat
A rare Thai cat, affectionate and peaceful with bright green eyes.
Exercise: 2/5Medium Thailand
- 10

Himalayan
The colourpoint Persian: calm, majestic and very dependent on regular grooming.
Exercise: 2/5Medium United States / United Kingdom
- 11

Bombay
An affectionate, calm miniature panther perfectly suited to indoor living.
Exercise: 2/5Medium United States
- 12

Napoleon / Minuet
The Minuet, a Munchkin × Persian cross: compact, cuddly and short-legged.
Exercise: 2/5Small United States
This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each cat breed in our listings. In a tie, breeds with more breeders in France rank higher.
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