 Around 61% of Australian homes currently have a pet, and 90% of Australian homes will have at least one pet at some point. About 27% of Australian homes have at least one cat, and the average cat owner has 1.4 cats in Australia. Pets and cats are clearly extremely popular in Australia, but what kind of cats can you expect to see in these homes? While Australia loves all kinds of cats, here are the most popular breeds in the country. Ragdoll Cat. Among the list of the most popular cat breeds in Australia is the ragdoll cat. This is an extremely unique looking long-haired cat. They're typically white, with brown around their head, and they have bright blue eyes. These cats are extremely popular everywhere, and Australia is clearly no different. Abyssinian Cat. While the ragdoll is the most popular long-haired cat in Australia, the most popular short-hair cat is the abyssinian. They're small cat that tops out around 10 pounds, and they typically have a tabby marked coat. Abyssinian cats are extremely intelligent and inquisitive, so if you get one, you expect them to investigate every corner of your home and everything that you bring into it. Bengal Cat. Does any cat have a more unique coat than the Bengal Cat? The Bengal Cat is actually a hybrid cat of a few other breeds, and they get their spotted appearance from the Egyptian Mao. Persian Cat. The Persian Cat is a small cat that's extremely popular in Australia. They have round faces with short muzzles, and they come in a variety of different colors. Abyssinian cats have an extremely fluffy appearance, so it's not hard to see why they're so popular in Australia. Maine Coon. Few cats get quite as large as the Maine Coon. This cat originally came from the United States, and they have a thick, long coat that is suitable for cold weather. That's not exactly ideal for Australia, but since these domesticated cats spend their time indoors, anyway, it's not a huge deal. Siamese Cat. One of the most popular and well-recognized cat breeds in the world is the Siamese Cat. These are short-haired cats with pointy ears and dark tails compared to the rest of their body. Many Siamese cats are bright white, but some do have brown coloring throughout their coat, too. Their faces range from dark black to gray, depending on the coloring of the rest of their body. Burmese Cat. You can't track most cats' lineages quite as well as you can with the Burmese Cat. Most modern Burmese cats come from a cat called Wong Mao. This cat came to the United States and bred with an American Siamese, and the Burmese Cat was created. They're extremely cute short-haired cats, and in Australia, it's one of the most popular cats on the entire continent. British Short Hair. The British Short Hair is an extremely cute cat with a stocky body. They're typically not large, but their weight can lead you to believe otherwise. They have a short, extremely dense coat. They come in different color variations, with one of the most popular being a dense brown coat with bright orange eyes. Berman Cat. The Berman Cat looks like a Siamese cat in many ways, but instead of a short coat, they have a long one. They typically have a white body with a darker face and ears, and just like the Siamese Cat, the Berman Cat has pointy ears. Siberian. Few cats are consistently as large as the Siberian Cat. They come in a wide range of colors and coat patterns, with one of the most popular being tabby markings with stripes across the face and legs. They're beautiful cats that are extremely popular in Australia. Sphinx. The Sphinx Cat is the only hairless cat on this list. They're quite popular in Australia, though due to the sunny climate, they're not well suited for the country. But if you're looking for a hairless cat in Australia, the Sphinx is the easiest breed to find. Himalayan. The Himalayan is a beautiful cat that can easily handle some of the coldest and harshest climates in the world. That's not something that they have to worry about in Australia, and since they live indoors, they don't have to worry about the heat either. They have pointed ears and long coats paired with short, compressed faces. Russian Blue. The Russian Blue is a striking cat with a short coat. Their coat colors range from light gray to dark gray, and the darkest coats have a slight blue tinge. But while the coat might be short, it's incredibly dense and thick. Australian Mist. The Australian Mist is a cross between the Abyssinian, the Burmese, and an Australian tabby cat, and they have a short coat and traditional tabby markings. They're small cats, and some cats even have spotted markings on their coats. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. Thank you for watching.