10 Large Cat Breeds That Would Be the Purr-fect Addition to Your Home

British Shorthair

Weight: 13 to 18 pounds, on average
If you don't want to run around with a Chausie, consider relaxing with a British shorthair. "This breed is calm and very easy going," says Hodgson. "They're suitable for a working individual because they don't require much attention." That being said, Hodgson recommends that working cat owners have two kittens to keep each other company. If your cat's diet is controlled, he or she will be okay, but they do have a predisposition to gain weight. And just stick to petting, as they don't like getting picked up.