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The largest domestic cat breeds in the world

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While most rely on the "cat lottery" to assign their four-legged friends, others decide what cat to adopt.

The search for the perfect pet includes hundreds of variables, such as breed, temperament and coat type. 

One of the most essential details when finding the cat for you is its size.

While every cat is lovable in its own way, it is important to consider whether you have space to accommodate a large cat.

That said, we have compiled a list of the size of the biggest cat breeds in the world.

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Savannah
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Savannah

The Savannah mixes African wildcats with domestic breeds to create a large and in charge feline!

Their exotic coat makes them a popular choice for large cat enthusiasts, though their wild nature means they are banned as pets in some areas.

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Savannah
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Savannah

The breed can grow to 43cm tall and 11kg in weight and they are not allowed to live in Australia.

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Bengal
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Bengal

Bengal cats aren't much bigger than your average house cat, but their wild side has helped them outgrow the average domestic breed.

With an affectionate and energetic personality, these cats have an athletic body.

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Bengal
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Bengal

Which brings their average height to 25cm and their weight to 8kg.

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American Bobtail
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American Bobtail

On average, they are 25cm tall and weigh a whopping 7kgs.

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Siberian
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Siberian

The Siberian breed is intelligent and strong, enduring the harsh environment of its origins.

This breed has become slowly domesticated despite being raised to cope with exceptionally long winters and short summers.

An affectionate house pet, the Siberian is not known for being small.

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Siberian
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Siberian

In fact, they are, on average, 27cm tall and can weigh up to 9kgs.

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Ragdoll
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Ragdoll

When you think of large cat breeds, Ragdolls often come to mind.

As one of the largest domestic breeds, Ragdolls are known for their affectionate temperament. They often collapse into a bundle of love, similar to a doll.

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Ragdoll
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Ragdoll

Their floppy limbs bring their size to 27cm tall and 9kg in weight.

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