Cat Breed Health Guides

Every cat breed has unique health needs. Our vet-verified guides help you understand breed-specific conditions and how to keep your cat healthy.

Persian

Beautiful flat-faced cats requiring daily grooming and eye care. PKD testing is essential for breeding.

Lifespan: 12-17 yearsHigh Health Risk
PKD (Kidney)BOAS (Breathing)Eye Problems+1 more

Siamese

Vocal, intelligent cats with one of the longest lifespans. Require mental stimulation and social interaction.

Lifespan: 12-20 yearsLow Health Risk
Respiratory IssuesDental DiseaseAmyloidosis+1 more

Maine Coon

Gentle giants prone to heart disease. DNA testing and echocardiograms are strongly recommended.

Lifespan: 12-15 yearsMedium Health Risk
HCM (Heart)Hip DysplasiaSMA+1 more

Ragdoll

Docile cats whose calm nature can mask illness. Heart screening and weight management are key.

Lifespan: 12-17 yearsMedium Health Risk
HCM (Heart)Bladder StonesGI Issues+1 more

Bengal

High-energy athletes needing significant exercise. Breed-specific PRA testing is essential.

Lifespan: 12-16 yearsLow Health Risk
PRA (Blindness)PK DeficiencyHCM+1 more

Scottish Fold

All Scottish Folds have the cartilage gene causing painful joint disease. Banned in several countries due to welfare concerns.

Lifespan: 11-14 yearsVery High Health Risk
Osteochondrodysplasia (100%)ArthritisHCM+1 more

British Shorthair

Chunky, calm cats prone to weight gain. Heart screening essential due to elevated HCM rates (9-12%).

Lifespan: 12-20 yearsMedium Health Risk
HCM (Heart)PKD (Kidney)Obesity+1 more

Sphynx

Hairless cats with very high HCM rates. Require weekly bathing, warm environments, and annual heart screening.

Lifespan: 9-15 yearsHigh Health Risk
HCM (Heart >30%)Skin ProblemsTemperature Regulation+1 more

Abyssinian

Active cats with testable genetic conditions. DNA testing for PKDef and PRA strongly recommended before purchase.

Lifespan: 12-15 yearsMedium Health Risk
PKDef (Blood)PRA (Blindness)Renal Amyloidosis+1 more

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We're working on guides for Russian Blue, Burmese, Norwegian Forest Cat, Devon Rex, and more.

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