Lazy Cats 2026: Here are 12 breeds of adorable cat that will happily snooze the day away

None of these breeds of cat could be considered to be ‘high energy’.

Humans are thought to have kept cats as pets for over 10,000 years, with the first domesticated felines evolving from African wildcats.

Since then they have become the world’s second most popular pet, just behind dogs when it comes to the animals we most like to welcome into our homes and our hearts.

In the UK alone there are more than 10 million feline friends in households.

And there are a huge range of types of cat to choose from - according to The International Cat Association there are 73 ‘standardised breeds’, along with a bewildering number of crosses.

One thing you might like to consider before making a decision is that different breeds of cat tend to have different energy levels.

While some breeds seem to be on a neverending adventure involving plenty of high-jinx and play, others idea of a good time is a comfy couch and inspecting the inside of their eyelids for hours on end.

Here are the 12 laziest breeds of cat.

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9. Selkirk Rex

Selkirk Rex cats are a mellow and tolerant breed of cat. They enjoy affection and gentle play but are generally content lolling around their home, meaning they are ideal additions to relaxed households. | Canva/Getty Images