Cat &amp; dog breed profiles, in plain language

Maine Coon

The gentle giant of the cat world.

Gentle
Sociable
Playful

British Shorthair

The teddy-bear cat with a plush blue coat.

Calm
Easygoing
Loyal

Sphynx

A warm, wrinkled, hairless cuddle-seeker.

Affectionate
Energetic
Mischievous

Bengal

A miniature leopard for your living room.

Active
Curious
Confident

Ragdoll

The cat that goes limp in your arms.

Docile
Affectionate
Placid

Persian

Old-world glamour with a luxurious coat.

Quiet
Gentle
Placid

Siamese

Talkative, elegant and endlessly devoted.

Vocal
Social
Intelligent

Scottish Fold

Owl-eyed charm with signature folded ears.

Sweet
Calm
Adaptable

Russian Blue

A shimmering silver-blue, quietly devoted.

Gentle
Reserved
Loyal

Abyssinian

A ticked-coat athlete brimming with curiosity.

Curious
Active
Playful

Norwegian Forest Cat

A hardy Nordic climber built for the cold.

Friendly
Even-tempered
Independent

Siberian

Russia's dog-like forest cat with a triple coat.

Playful
Affectionate
Agile

Devon Rex

A pixie-faced imp with a wavy coat.

Playful
Mischievous
Affectionate

American Shorthair

The easygoing all-rounder of family cats.

Easygoing
Adaptable
Friendly

Labrador Retriever

The world's most popular family dog.

Friendly
Outgoing
Trainable

German Shepherd

A loyal, versatile working partner.

Loyal
Confident
Courageous

Pembroke Welsh Corgi

Big-dog attitude on short, sturdy legs.

Bold
Smart
Affectionate

Siberian Husky

A striking, tireless sled dog with a wild look.

Friendly
Energetic
Independent

Chihuahua

The world's smallest dog with the biggest attitude.

Bold
Alert
Devoted

French Bulldog

A bat-eared companion made for city life.

Affectionate
Playful
Adaptable

Golden Retriever

Gentle, golden and endlessly good-natured.

Gentle
Friendly
Intelligent

Pomeranian

A fluffy, foxy spitz with a huge personality.

Lively
Bold
Curious

Poodle

A brilliant, low-shedding all-rounder.

Intelligent
Trainable
Active

Beagle

A merry, nose-driven scent hound.

Merry
Curious
Friendly

Dachshund

The bold "sausage dog" bred to go to ground.

Bold
Clever
Stubborn

Rottweiler

A powerful, loyal guardian with a calm core.

Loyal
Confident
Calm

Border Collie

The workaholic genius of the dog world.

Intelligent
Energetic
Responsive

Shiba Inu

A spirited, fox-like companion from Japan.

Alert
Independent
Confident