[labfan213]

What breed of cat is best? Why?

[Jolly]

You're bound to get a ton of answers on this one, but my recommendation is to look for one at your local Humane Society. I've had both pure-bred cats and "Heinz 57" varieties, and invariably the mixed breeds are hardier and have less health problems than the pure-breds. Plus, you'd be saving one from being euthanized.

[Izzy F]

Egytian Mao...just because they are highly coolManx are also cool, and a polydactyl Manx may be the coolest. But be sure to get a stumpy and not a rumpy.But really, when you get down to it, a plain old alley cat from the pound will probably give you more "return."

[Stacy S]

A "mutt" for lack of better word. I would make sure that it was kept indoors as a kitten so that you avoid things like worms, etc.. Also, tell the people that you are purchasing it from ( or getting it free) what personality kitten your looking for. They will know which ones prefer to be with people, which ones run and hide when there are kids or small children around, etc.. I was always a dog person until we got Lexi, our "mutt" kitten. She is the best, exactly what we were looking for in a family pet!!!

[Shopgirl]

um no cat at all..they will tear up your house and take over! i just got rid of one..get a dog.

[Tia D]

gah dont listen to shop girl i just put my dog outside because it tore my house all to hell .LOL! cats are generally more calm and easygoing than a dog. Anyways that dont matter get both if you feel like it i love dogs just not inside!!... alley cats(mutts) are the best!! i got 5 cats, 4 inside, 1 outside and a dog outside. If you choose to get one get it from a animal shelter. Most carry a lot of different breeds. Go one day and stay for awhile. Youll find you a pet you connect with!!goodluck