These Are the Most Popular Orange Cat Breeds

2) British Shorthair

British Shorthairs, also a common cat breed, can have orange tabby cats as well as solid orange cats.

• Height: Medium-sized, 12 to 14 inches
• Weight: Slightly above average, 11 to 22 pounds (males are typically larger and heavier than females)
• Personality: Calm, easygoing, reserved, well-mannered, not overly active, affectionate with their families, not demanding, good with children and other pets
• Coat: Short, dense, and plush
• Color: British blue (solid blue-gray fur is the traditional color for this breed), but they also come in various solids, bi-colors, calico, and other patterns
• Life Expectancy: 12 to 20+ years if healthy

4) Persian

Persian cats can come in various colors, including orange.

• Height: Small- to medium-sized, 8 to 10 inches
• Weight: Below average, 7 to 10 pounds (males are typically larger and heavier than females)
• Personality: Calm, gentle, affectionate, quiet, not overly active, prefer a peaceful atmosphere, and devoted to human companions
• Coat: Long, silky, and thick-double coat (will need to be brushed and groomed regularly)
• Color: Various colors and patterns with white, black, cream, blue, chocolate, and lilac being more common than orange; solid colors, bi-color, calico, tabby
• Life Expectancy: 12 to 16+ years if healthy

6) Munchkin

Munchkins, known for their short legs, can also be orange.

• Height: Short cats, 6 to 9 inches
• Weight: Below average, 5 to 9 pounds (but weight can vary depending on age, sex, and genetics)
• Personality: Friendly, playful, outgoing, curious, adaptable, enjoy interactive play, get along with humans (including children) and other pets
• Coat: Short- and long-haired coats; soft fur
• Color: Various colors and patterns, like solid color, bi-color, calico, tabby
• Life Expectancy: 12 to 15+ years if healthy (but Munchkin cats are prone to health issues like dental issues and obesity)

7) Manx

Manx cats may exhibit orange tabby patterns or solid orange coats.

• Height: Medium-sized, 8 to 10 inches
• Weight: Average, 8 to 12 pounds (males are typically larger and heavier than females)
• Personality: Friendly, intelligent, playful, affectionate, social, adaptable, enjoy interacting with humans, get along well with children and other pets
• Coat: Short- and long-haired; fur is dense and soft
• Color: Various colors and patterns, like solid colors, bi-color, calico, tabby, and more
• Life Expectancy: 12 to 15+ years if healthy (but prone to some health issues, like spinal and tail abnormalities due to the genetic mutation that results in their short tails or taillessness)

8) Cornish Rex

This breed can have orange cats with their distinctive curly fur.

• Height: Medium-sized, 8 to 10 inches
• Weight: Below average, 5 to 8 pounds
• Personality: Playful, extroverted, intelligent, curious, love to play, affectionate, outgoing, social, enjoy interacting with human companions
• Coat: Unique, short, curly, and soft coat; velvety, suede-like texture (may need to wear a sweater during cooler weather)
• Color: Various colors and patterns, like solid colors, bi-color, calico, tabby
• Life Expectancy: 12 to 15 years if healthy

9) American Bobtail

Orange tabby American Bobtails are not uncommon.

• Height: Medium-sized, 9 to 12 inches
• Weight: Average, 7 to 16 pounds (males are typically larger and heavier than females)
• Personality: Friendly, playful, intelligent, social, affectionate, adaptable, form strong bonds with human families, known to have dog-like behavior, enjoy playing fetch and walking on a leash, get along well with children and other pets
• Coat: Semi long-haired, thick and dense fur, soft
• Color: Various colors and patterns, like solid colors, bi-color, calico, and tabby
• Life Expectancy: 12 to 16 years if healthy

10) Siberian

While not as common, you can find orange Siberian cats as well.

• Height: Medium- to large-sized, 9 to 11 inches
• Weight: Above average, 10 to 20 pounds (males are typically larger and heavier than females)
• Personality: Friendly, affectionate, intelligent, sociable, outgoing, playful, enjoy interacting with humans, can learn tricks, enjoy puzzle toys, known to "talk" and be vocal with owners, great with children and other pets
• Coat: Semi long-haired, dense coat (can thrive in the cold), soft fur
• Color: Various colors and patterns, like solid colors, bi-color, calico, tabby
• Life Expectancy: 12 to 15+ years if healthy