Top 10 cats that love water

Everyone knows cats hate water, right? - But it is known that tigers and jaguars love to swim. And many domestic cats like to take a dip in the lake, take a shower with you, or just splash in a cup of water. Meet 10 cat breeds that, unlike others, are not against water treatments.

10. Maine Coon

These large, fluffy bumps were once the most popular ship cats in their native New England. Not a single self-respecting captain went to sea without a Maine Coon on board. The Maine Coon's fur is thick, water-repellent, with a rich variety of color options.

9. Norwegian forest cat, or vegi

As befits a Viking cat, Vegi is a fearless fisherman who knows how to fish in lakes and streams. (Watch out if you have an aquarium!) Vegi is the Maine Coon's cousin and has a thick and water-repellent coat too.

8. Abyssinian cat

The homeland of the adventurer Abi is the coastal regions of the Indian Ocean. Therefore, it is not surprising that he loves to play with water. Probably, this energetic and funny cat arrived in Europe in the 19th century on ships. Perhaps that is why he has a relaxed manner of handling water. Don't be surprised when your Abi learns to turn on the tap and he has his own water park.

7. Manx

Islander cat, native of the Isle of Man off the coast of Britain. It is not unusual that he sometimes splashes water from a cup with his paw or even joins you in the shower. Its coat has an undercoat and is shorter or longer, and the color can vary widely.

6. Japanese Bobtail

Also an islander cat who loves to splash in the water. Make sure he does not raid your aquarium or fish pond. And check the faucet more often - it is possible that the cat turns it on to fill the bath. Usually its waterproof coat is tri-colored with black and red spots on a white background, but other variations are possible.

5. Bengal cat

He has an exotic color typical of a wild cat. Indeed, the breed appeared as a result of crossing the Asian leopard cat with domestic felines. By now, Bengalis have lost the wildness of their ancestors, but probably inherited from them a love of water. If you give a Bengali even half a chance, he will happily join you in the bathroom or shower.

4. American Bobtail

A short-tailed cat that appeared as a result of a natural genetic mutation. After the mutation, apparently, there was also a love for water. The cat often has fun by placing his toys in the water. The coat of the American Bobtail is short or medium, and can be of any color.

3. Savannah

Large, active and curious Savannah cats are the result of crossing the Serval, a small wild cat, with domestic cats. The origin undoubtedly explains the pleasure that savannah cats get from playing with and in the water. They are very smart and can create problems for the owners. Among other cats, the savannah is distinguished by a long neck, large ears and a characteristic spotted color.

2. Turkish Angora

Cats of this breed look sophisticatedly beautiful, but don't be fooled about them. Like the Turkish Vans, their Angora cousins love water and play in it at ease. They walk slowly through life in long silky coats of a corporate white color (but other color options are also possible).

1. Turkish van

Legend has it that the first van swam to the shore from Noah's Ark, when approaching Mount Ararat. Awarded the “Swimming Cat” nickname for his love of playing in the water, the Turkish Van doesn't hesitate to explore any water it encounters, from your toilet to your pool. But it may turn out that your kitty is a muddler who cannot swim (this is not always a natural skill). So first make sure he can swim if he gets deep. It may be better to provide him with a shallow children's pool for swimming on hot summer days.