You adore the furry, fluffy good looks of felines but you’ve heard one too many tales of apathetic kitties to make you hesitant about getting a cat. Sure, you’d love some fuzzy purring company, but you also need some interaction and a furniture with fur is not what you’d consider a good companion.

Well, guess what? The rumors about cats being boring, disinterested pets is mostly untrue.

In fact, we’re pretty sure these rumors were spread by dogs. Or birds. Either way, it doesn’t apply to a whole lot of cat breeds.

Of course, there are plenty of couldn’t-care-less, grumpy cats who’d rather laze around in the sun all day than play with you but there are just as many friendly, very playful cat breeds who love nothing more than frolicky fun playtime with their favorite human, i.e. you.

So who are these frisky, jolly, playful cat breeds? Well, there are quite a few. And their lively personalities range from easy going fun to downright mischievous.

With this batch of playful kittes, you’re bound to find the purrfect fit for you! Ready to meet the most playful cat breeds that roam the earth

Abyssinian

This playful cat breed is…very active, athletic and smart

I m a high-spirited stunner with looks that rival the sacred cats portrayed in Egyptian murals. No wonder I consistently make it to the top of the charts for most popular cat breeds, friendliest cat breeds and even the most intelligent cat breeds!

But I m not one to brag. I simply have no time to round up my many accomplishments. Not when I could be spending my time fueling my insatiable curiosity to climb to the highest heights of the home, investigate everything my humans are up to and explore anything that catches my ever-alert attention.

As you might’ve guessed by this point, I’m not really the let’s-cuddle-and-stay-home type. Rather, I’m the sort of playful cat breed that loves to leash up and go for walks or play endless games of fetch with my humans.

So if you’re an active sort looking for an fun-filled, active feline – I’m the purrfect cat for you! Read more about the Abyssinian.

American Bobtail

This playful cat breed is…energetic, outgoing, athletic and affectionate

Don’t let my wildcat looks fool you. Despite my rugged bobbed tail and muscular physique, I m one of the most playful cats you’ll ever have the pleasure to meet.

I have high energy levels and I love the attention of my humans so an hour or two of vigorous play is something you should schedule in daily if you’re up for a life with me. Oh, and if you get busy or distracted – don’t worry, I’m not above asking for what I need.

Unlike other felines, I have a very outgoing disposition and have no problem taking the lead in asking you to play with me. That includes going for walks and teaching me tricks, which makes me sort of like a cleaner, smarter canine. Read more about the American Bobtail.

Cornish Rex

This playful cat breed is…a goofball with a heart of gold and plenty of brains

I am a sheer marvel of graceful curves, from my curly coat to my elegantly arched body. But in contrast to my aristocratic looks, I am the least pretentious cat I know. In fact, I m a ridiculously playful cat, bursting with unabashed enthusiastic playfulness. I won’t even hesitate to make a fool of myself if it makes you smile.

And you know what they say – good comedy takes brains, which I have plenty of. I’ve been known to figure out how doors work so get ready to give me full run of the house! Read more about the Cornish Rex.

Devon Rex

This playful cat breed is…a people-pleasing small cat who loves to socialize

Dreaming of a cat that stays small and kitten-like well into adulthood? Well, meet me. I’m a small cat breed that not only stays small in size, but retains all the delightful kitten-like personality quirks people love so much.

I’m endlessly affectionate, super sociable, and ever so playful, which is how I wound up with the nickname monkey in a cat suit.? Many of my friends also refer to me as one of the most dog-like cats, which I can forgive ’cause my personality just doesn’t know how to hold a grudge. Read more about the Devon Rex.

Japanese Bobtail

This playful cat breed is…a confident cat who finds mingling as easy as pie

Confidence is key and I have it in spades. Which makes socializing, adapting, playing well with others, and public speaking ? with my characteristic sing-song coo ? a breeze for me. The best part I m active and playful, but unlike other breeds with similar dispositions, I am extremely low maintenance when it comes to attention simply cause I can easily entertain myself by playing games on my own.

Yup, I m self-assured enough to enjoy solitude as much as company ? I m rarely ever a bother. Read more about the Japanese Bobtail.

Kinkalow

This playful cat breed is…a playful dwarf cat with tons of fun little quirks

What I lack in size, I make up for in playfulness. While I m not crazy active to the point of being exhausting ? I do get bursts of activity during which time you’ll see me zipping in and around the home chasing anything that catches my attention or trying to engage my humans in a game or two.

I m also known for a few quirks: loving the trampoline is one, sleeping on my back is two and you’ll have to read more about me to find out the others.

Scottish Fold

This playful cat breed is…a fun, gentle and inquisitive kitty who’s always on the go

With my huge eyes and droopy ears, I am possibly the cutest cat that ever lived. But my cuteness isn’t just fur-deep ? I am cute to the core. Sweet, gentle, and good-naturedly docile, I get along with everyone and retain my kitten-like playfulness well into adulthood.

But ‘though I love to interact with my humans, I always find plenty to do on my own when you’re not around. You see, I m a very inquisitive cat and I can entertain myself for hours exploring every nook and cranny in the household.

I’ll even scurry up cabinets, bookshelves and curtains just to get a better look at what’s happening in and around my home. Of course, my curiosity will naturally involve you. So don’t be alarmed if you catch me stalking you around the house.

Oh, did I mention I rock at posing for pictures Read more about the Scottish Fold.

Singapura

This playful cat breed is…a tiny cat with enough energy to fuel a small country

I am a pint-sized bundle bursting with energy. Not shy at all, I’ll jump and pounce my way into the center of all household affairs where all eyes will be ? and will remain ? focused on me. I love attention!

A natural at socializing, I’ll often appoint myself as the official greeter of the household. I have no qualms about climbing atop laps and asking for shoulder rides, even from strangers so you might want to warn your guests about me.

But most of the time, I’ll be engaging my favorite human (i.e. you) in play. Like, all the time. This involves jumping on your lap, bringing you toys to get a game of fetch going, or simply following you around while rubbing my head on your ankles ? or swiping at them ? to prompt you to chase me.

Be ready to give me lots of your attention! If you won’t, I’ll do pretty much anything to get it, which is why I’ve been dubbed the pesky people cat.? Pesky, I may be, but I m also unbelievably lovable. Read more about the Singapura.

Sphynx

This playful cat breed is…one of the most affectionate cats who loves to goof off

Highly sociable and unreservedly affectionate, I know no shame when it comes to begging for attention. I’ll greet you when you get home, follow you wherever you go, talk to you endlessly, learn to play fetch so we can bond further, and even snuggle up to sleep with you. Personal space? isn’t in my repertoire so no boundaries between us, okay

I m such a bundle of lively enthusiasm that fanciers describe my breed as being part monkey, part dog, part child and part cat. And it couldn’t be truer. My energy levels are off the charts and I love to monkey around with anything that catches my attention. Read more about the Sphynx.