Cat breeds starting with S
18 breed profiles beginning with S.
Sam Sawet
Reliable population-level temperament information is limited. Treat broad descriptions cautiously and assess each cat individually.
Savannah
Typically active, intelligent and demanding of enrichment; suitability depends heavily on generation, legal rules and the individual cat.
Scottish Fold
Often described as gentle and companionable, but the folded-ear trait requires strong welfare context and careful veterinary guidance.
Scottish Fold Longhair
Often described as gentle and companionable, but the folded-ear trait requires strong welfare context and careful veterinary guidance.
Scottish Straight
Generally adaptable, companionable and playful; the individual cat’s socialisation and home environment remain important.
Scottish Straight Longhair
Generally adaptable, companionable and playful; the individual cat’s socialisation and home environment remain important.
Selkirk Rex
Loving, patient and easy-going; generally playful without being relentlessly demanding.
Selkirk Rex Longhair
Loving, patient and easy-going; generally playful without being relentlessly demanding.
Serengeti
Generally adaptable, companionable and playful; the individual cat’s socialisation and home environment remain important.
Siamese
Outgoing, intensely social and usually vocal; thrives on company, play and mental stimulation.
Siberian
Energetic, intelligent and confident; often combines athletic playfulness with a sociable nature.
Singapura
Extroverted, curious and intelligent; commonly playful and eager to investigate household activity.
Skookum
Often described as playful and sociable, but welfare considerations should be assessed carefully before promotion or purchase.
Snowshoe
Inquisitive, active and intelligent; often social and interactive with a distinctive individual character.
Sokoke
Playful, active and clever; tends to value space, stimulation and a patient introduction to home life.
Somali
Affectionate, intelligent and inquisitive; usually playful, agile and interested in everything around it.
Sphynx
Affectionate, sociable and intelligent; commonly seeks warmth, interaction and close companionship.
Suphalak
Typically people-focused, intelligent and communicative; often thrives with company and frequent interactive play.