--- title: "Cat breeds that shed less: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "Cat breeds that shed less: 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/that-shed-the-least" meta: "og:description": "Cat breeds that shed less: 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": "Cat breeds that shed less: our top 20" "twitter:description": "Cat breeds that shed less: 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": "Cat breeds that shed less: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) Top 20 # Cat breeds that shed less Less shedding makes everyday life easier, especially indoors. These cat breeds generally shed less: check coat type and hypoallergenic traits on the breed profile. 1. 1 [![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. Shedding: 1/5Medium Canada [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/sphynx) [ 53 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-sphynx) 2. 2 [![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. Shedding: 1/5Large United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/savannah) [ 20 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-savannah) 3. 3 [![Devon Rex](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10160/devon-rex-1789117268075-0.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/devon-rex) ## [Devon Rex](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/devon-rex) A curly-haired, mischievous cat that is extremely close to its family. Shedding: 1/5Medium United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/devon-rex) [ 15 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-devon-rex) 4. 4 [![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. Shedding: 1/5Medium Thailand [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/korat) [ 6 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-korat) 5. 5 [![Balinese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5271/pexels-photo-34285200.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/balinese) ## [Balinese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/balinese) An elegant, demonstrative cat that is very attached to its owner. Shedding: 1/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/balinese) [ 3 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-balinese) 6. 6 [![Donskoy](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5169/pexels-photo-18325970.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/donskoy) ## [Donskoy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/donskoy) A very affectionate, active and sociable Russian hairless cat, which constantly seeks the presence of its family. Shedding: 1/5Medium Russia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/donskoy) [ 3 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-donskoy) 7. 7 [![Peterbald](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5146/chaton_peterbald_straight_coats_lilas.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/peterbald) ## [Peterbald](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/peterbald) A hairless, elegant cat that is very attached to its human. Shedding: 1/5Medium Russia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/peterbald) [ 3 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peterbald) 8. 8 [![Bombay](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4594/bombay_katzen_of_blue_sinfonie.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bombay) ## [Bombay](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bombay) An affectionate, calm miniature panther perfectly suited to indoor living. Shedding: 1/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bombay) [ 2 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bombay) 9. 9 [![Mandarin](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7774/mandarin-3.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/mandarin) ## [Mandarin](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/mandarin) The Mandarin is an Oriental semi-longhaired cat, lively, talkative and very attached to its human. Shedding: 1/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/mandarin) 10. 10 [![Sokoké](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6835/sokoke_dalili.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/sokoke) ## [Sokoké](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/sokoke) A rare, athletic and sociable cat, with a charm that is still very natural. Shedding: 1/5Medium Kenya [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/sokoke) 11. 11 [![British Shorthair](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4548/pexels-photo-17089872.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/british-shorthair) ## [British Shorthair](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/british-shorthair) A round, calm and affectionate cat, as reassuring as it is elegant. Shedding: 2/5Medium United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/british-shorthair) [ 185 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-british-shorthair) 12. 12 [![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. Shedding: 2/5Large United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/bengal) [ 165 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bengal) 13. 13 [![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. Shedding: 2/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/exotic) [ 49 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-exotic) 14. 14 [![Scottish Fold](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6579/pexels-photo-36063193.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/scottish-fold) ## [Scottish Fold](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/scottish-fold) A tender and peaceful cat, famous for its delicately folded ears. Shedding: 2/5Medium Scotland [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/scottish-fold) [ 33 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-fold) 15. 15 [![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. Shedding: 2/5Medium Thailand [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/siamese) [ 28 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-siamese) 16. 16 [![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. Shedding: 2/5Medium Ethiopia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/abyssinian) [ 17 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-abyssinian) 17. 17 [![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. Shedding: 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) 18. 18 [![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. Shedding: 2/5Medium Russia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/russian-blue) [ 14 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-russian-blue) 19. 19 [![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. Shedding: 2/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/somali) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-somali) 20. 20 [![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. Shedding: 2/5Medium Thailand [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/thai) [ 11 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai) This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each cat breed in our listings. 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