The Singapura, tiniest cat breed, is low-shedding and easy to groom. Ideal for families with kids and pets, yet non-hypoallergenic due to allergenic dander that may exacerbate allergies.
Russian blue: ancient origins, arrived US 19th century, recognized breed 1912. Low shedding; brush 1-2x/week for coat health. Spring shedding season may require more grooming.
Devon needs minimal grooming; weekly damp rubdown reduces shedding. Coat sheds but less visibly, not hypoallergenic; reactions vary among owners.
Selkirk rex has a fluffy coat, sheds less than straight-coated cats. Wide-mouth comb for loose hairs, baths for shows, quick curl towel dry.
Breeders crossed sable Burmese with black American shorthair for sleek, black-coated Bombay cats resembling mini panthers. Weekly brushing ensures glossy health.
Centuries-old Japanese bobtail cat, part of art and lore. Increased shedding in spring and fall, managed with regular grooming to minimize loose hair.
Short-haired Persian sheds little despite thick coat. Regular brushing prevents tangles and clumps in their undercoat. They self-clean often.
Meet the Birman cat, a low-medium shedder with tangle-free, long hair due to no undercoat. Grooming is vital for their joy. Trim knots instead of combing to avoid pain.