When it comes to adopting a new cat, it is imperative you ensure you can support them and any medical needs.
And while it is indeed true – all cats are beautiful – they are sadly some cat breeds that are born with pre-existing medical conditions that come as part of their breeding. Here are the 10 cats most likely to need a vet visit due to a pre-existing medical condition according to CatVills.com.
*While cat breeds do share similar traits, we advise each cat does have their own personality and individual needs – including medical, which is of primary importance when taking a cat into your home. Please be aware of this if adopting a cat.
![The stunning and popular Persian cat breed can develop issues with breathing due to their short noses and flat faces.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjBhOWI2NmM3LWE2ZTEtNDZiMC1iZDU4LTZjMWFhNWVhYjRkZDpkYzU4Nzc4Yi0xNzc2LTQxZDktODhiZi1hMzQxYzIwNTcxODc=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
5. Persian
The stunning and popular Persian cat breed can develop issues with breathing due to their short noses and flat faces.Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
![The gorgeous, fun-loving Bengal cat breed are known for their gorgeous markings and ability to climb, though some Bengal cats suffer from hereditary conditions such as knee and hips problems.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOmMzNTZjMjBlLTgzMDEtNDllOC1hMmJhLTUxNTMwN2FhODcwNjo2ZTQyMjZjNS1iY2FmLTRiMWItOGVhNi1jMmFjYjExOTljODU=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
6. Bengal
The gorgeous, fun-loving Bengal cat breed are known for their gorgeous markings and ability to climb, though some Bengal cats suffer from hereditary conditions such as knee and hips problems.Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
![If you're looking for a cat breed that will never leave you bored, the Siamese cat is the one for you. Be aware though, the Siamese cat has been known to be prone to sight issues and, occasionally, ashtma.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjAwMzkyYjQ4LTY2MmItNDlmNi05YjhjLWFkNDg2MjQ1NTUxMDoyZWZhNjQyMC1kNTJiLTQwNzItODYwZC1hZTQ0MTI2NDQ1ZDE=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
7. Siamese
If you're looking for a cat breed that will never leave you bored, the Siamese cat is the one for you. Be aware though, the Siamese cat has been known to be prone to sight issues and, occasionally, ashtma.Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro
![This hairless and worshipped cat breed has been known to develop skin issues and is sadly prone to a gum infection known as Periodontal disease.](https://www.scotsman.com/webimg/b25lY21zOjNiMmJkNmQwLTJjZmItNDY1ZS1hYjU5LTdmMjZkYTdkNzRhNzowODc3OGYxYy04MWMzLTQ0NDgtOTMzNy1iZjQ1Y2RkYTVmMTI=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
8. Sphynx
This hairless and worshipped cat breed has been known to develop skin issues and is sadly prone to a gum infection known as Periodontal disease.Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro