10. Exotic Shorthair

The exotic shorthair cats are also known as shorthaired Persian. This breed has same body and a flat face as the Persian breed except short coast. The exotic hair breed was developed in 1950 by crossing Persian cats with different short haired cat breeds.

Unlike Persian cats, exotic shorthair cats have short coat. So that the exotic shorthair breed doesn’t demand daily grooming like Persian cats. At the same time, exotic shorthair cat meets all other standards of Persian cats.

Exotic shorthairs are extremely loyal, playful, sweet and affectionate. They demand your attention and like to sit on your lap. Exotic shorthair weighs up to 15 pounds and very short in height. Like Persian cats, they comein wide variety of colors including silver, cream, smoke, blue and black.

The short and broad face, small ears, short nose and wide eyes keep the cuteness of exotic hair throughout their life. They are also not easily affected by diseases.