Disputes regarding the intellectual abilities of domestic cats do not stop. However, those people who have had at least once in their life to communicate closely with cats will confidently confirm that they are not stupid at all. And even more than that, there are breeds of cats, the intelligence of which successfully competes with the canine, and sometimes even turns out to be significantly higher than it.
What breeds of cats can be called the most gifted intellectually? It will not be difficult for specialists to list those.
Siamese cats
Representatives of the Siamese have a great thirst for learning new and developed intelligence. Cats are active, curious, and resemble dogs in many ways. They can be trained, they willingly learn to perform commands and tricks, such things bring them sincere pleasure.
Siamese cats are not only savvy, they are also stubborn, and therefore making them act violently is almost impossible - in such cases, pets may be aggressive. But Siamese cats quickly grasp everything new, easily adapt to changing circumstances, they can understand what can be done and what cannot. But they do not favor other animals in the house. It is noteworthy that the ancestors of this breed were used as domestic guards - Siamese cats served as dogs.
Munchkin
Miniature and short-footed "dachshunds" of the cat world communicate a lot with people.Perhaps this is why mini-cats are actively developing and gaining serious mental abilities.
The Munchkins strive to form dense, strong relationships with humans; they can be safely attributed to social animals. In addition to humans, these cats can be friends with any other animals, easily understanding them. These are psychology cats, albeit wordless. And they too can be taught tricks, they easily master commands and execute them without coercion. Non-conflict and smart, they bring joy to the house.
Bengal cats
The intelligence of Bengal cats is undeniable, and it is inherited from the wild ancestor of the breed, the Asian leopard cat. These creatures are exceptionally cunning and lively., dynamic, even have natural intuition.
They show the ability to adapt to the leader, that is, under the owner, the pets subtly study the surrounding people. The cat will easily and quickly get used to the house, learn the characters of all family members, remember the rules - she has a very good memory. It can and should be trained, if only for the pleasure of all participants in the process.
Abyssinian cat
Abyssinians are curious since childhood, with age this feature does not disappear. Representatives of the breed are intelligent and trained, always filled with boiling energy, willingly learn new things. In some ways, they resemble Siamese cats - a certain stubbornness, unwillingness to live with other animals is also traced in the character, but with due patience, such shortcomings disappear.
Siberian cat
Siberians successfully live both in an apartment or a house, and in its environs.Such animals do not leave their owners, always return. These are skillful hunters and extremely affectionate pets, able to study a person and find a way to his heart. You can teach them how to live at home without much difficulty, the prohibitions and wishes are clear to them almost in words, they are social and strive to please the owner.
Maine coon
Not all Maine-coons respond well to a sudden change of circumstances, they may at first get confused in a new house. However, they get used to new circumstances quickly, and then their minds manifest in full glory.
They are trained and learn the rules in large volumes, remember everything tightly, take criticism from the person calmly and respond immediately. Cats are unperturbed and exceptionally intelligent, striving to form close relationships with humans for life.
Balinese cat
These cats also often need the help of a person in a sharp change of scenery, but they are not inclined to panic. Seeking attention and support from the owner, small predators master dozens of tricks, study all households, make contacts with any other animals, indulge in games and friendship until old age. They have a lively character, Balinese do not like to be bored. AND cats never break the once learned rules of behavior in the house.
Thus, there are many breeds of cats, representatives of which are distinguished by excellent mental abilities. But it is worth noting one more fact: the most ordinary yard cat, which lives next to people and loves its owner, can turn out to be extremely smart. It is very individual. Take a closer look at the animals: each of them has its own intelligence and feelings!
