Top 8 most popular cat breeds in India 

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Billy / Billi This cat is also known as the Indian Native Cat and is the most available cat breed in India. They are sweet, friendly, sometimes aggressive, and very playful. Their lifespan is 10-15 years and has strong muscles and bones.

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Persian Cat These cats are a glamourous breed in the world. It features a flowing coat, a sweet face, and a calm personality. Their lifespan is 11-15 years. They are available in colours like white, black/ebony, red/orange, blue/grey, lavender/silver, and many more. 

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Bombay Cat Bombay cats are often known as miniature panthers. They are popular for their friendly, playful nature. Their lifespan is 9-15 years. They are short and sleek, with coats solid black and gleaming.

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Himalayan Cat These cats resemble a mix of Persian and Siamese, also known as colorpoint Persian. Their lifespan is 9-15 years. It features a round head, large round eyes, a short tail, and small ears. Their eyes are either green, blue, or copper.

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British Shorthair Their bodies are round, and thick, with large chests, muscular necks, strong jaws, and well-developed muzzles. Their lifespan is 15-20 years. They are medium-sized, large cats with strong muscles and bones. 

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Egyptian Mau These cats are medium-sized, have heavy muscles and are strong. These breeds have bright blue-eyed and glossy short coats. Their lifespan is 9-13 years. 

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Maine Coon They are also known as the Gentle Giant and have defined large, pointed ears topped with wisps of hair, expressive oval-shaped eyes, and a long bushy tail. Their lifespan is 10-13 years. 

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Siamese Cat They are the first distinctively recognized cats in Asia and come in chocolate, seal, lilac, blue, red, cream, fawn, and cinnamon colours.  Their lifespan is 15-20 years.

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