 If you're like most people, you probably think that there's only one type of cat personality, cat. While some cats might be more affectionate or standoffish, at the end of the day, aren't they all basically the same? As it turns out, the answer is no. According to animal researchers, there are five basic cat personality types and five different personality traits. We cover each of these personality traits in more detail here, so follow along and see which category your cat may fall into. However, it's worth noting that like with human personalities, cats may not fall neatly into any single box. Your cat may be mostly one type but with elements of another, so don't try to force them into a certain box if they don't fit. And if they do fit in a certain box, of course, they'll sit in it. The different cat personality types were largely developed by Dr. Lauren Finca of the University of Lincoln in England. Dr. Finca based her findings on interviews with 200 cat owners, and she ultimately came up with the following personality types. The human cat. This is a cat that has adapted well to sharing their space with a human. They enjoy being around you, are affectionate, and are largely happy and well adjusted. In many ways, this is the ideal cat to have as a pet, as they will happily spend time with you without resorting to aggression or violence. The flip side to this is that a human cat is more likely to suffer from separation anxiety and may not enjoy sharing you with other animals or other humans. The cantankerous cat. This is the opposite of the human cat. While not a feral cat, the cantankerous cat doesn't really like to be touched, picked up, or interacted with, short of being fed and given treats, of course. These animals are usually skittish and nervous and may never be fully comfortable sharing your home with you. Cantankerous cats certainly aren't warm and cuddly, but they are independent creatures, so they won't mind if you're gone all day. Also, any affection that your cantankerous cat does decide to give you will be worth way more than what you get from a human cat. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out, BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code KittenLife, to get 20% off. The Hunter Cat. This is the closest to being a feral cat of all personality types. Hunter cats spend most of their time hunting, whether that means chasing mice or sneaking up on mice like toys. They don't seem to grasp the fact that you'll provide all their meals free of charge, so they spend the vast majority of their waking hours trying to catch something to eat. Hunter cats may or may not tolerate affection, but they're usually much less motivated by love than they are by the opportunity to murder something. The Cat's Cat. These cats are affectionate toward their fellow felines, and they choose to spend most of their time cuddling with, grooming, and playing with other cats. Cat's cats may also love humans, but they prefer the company of other kitties, and who could blame them. Obviously, they do well in multicat households, and they may become depressed if kept as only cats. The Inquisitive Cat. These cats love to explore and spend most of their day sniffing around the house. Any visitors are immediately greeted and thoroughly inspected, and while they may or may not tolerate affection from them, they'll definitely smell them up and down. Inquisitive cats do well with toys, especially things like boxes, bags, and mazes. They're bold and confident and usually don't do well as outdoor cats, as that confidence can get them into trouble. We all know what curiosity did to the cat, after all.