8 Cats That Don’t Shed (or Don't Shed Much)

Singapura

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.

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Russian Blue

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.

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Devon Rex

Devon needs minimal grooming; weekly damp rubdown reduces shedding. Coat sheds but less visibly, not hypoallergenic; reactions vary among owners.

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Selkirk Rex

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.

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Bombay

Breeders crossed sable Burmese with black American shorthair for sleek, black-coated Bombay cats resembling mini panthers. Weekly brushing ensures glossy health.

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Japanese Bobtail

Centuries-old Japanese bobtail cat, part of art and lore. Increased shedding in spring and fall, managed with regular grooming to minimize loose hair.

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Exotic Shorthair

Short-haired Persian sheds little despite thick coat. Regular brushing prevents tangles and clumps in their undercoat. They self-clean often.

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Birman

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.

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