How does Miau identify a cat's breed?

Miau uses an image-recognition model trained on hundreds of breeds. It analyses features like head shape, ears, coat and body, then returns the closest breed match with a confidence score.

How accurate is the cat breed identifier?

For purebred cats accuracy is high. Most cats are mixed breeds, so Miau shows the closest match plus a confidence percentage rather than a single definitive answer.

Can I identify a cat from an existing photo?

Yes. You can scan live with your camera or upload any photo from your gallery.

Miau is free to download and use. Miau Pro unlocks priority AI for faster, more accurate results.

Utility · iOS

Miau

Identify any cat instantly. Point your camera, tap scan, and Miau tells you the breed in seconds.

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Requires iOS 17.0 or later

§ Screens

Point, scan, and get an instant breed match with a detailed profile.

§ Overview

What it does

Meet Miau — the cat breed identifier for curious cat lovers. Point your camera at any cat and get an instant, accurate identification, powered by advanced AI.

Whether you've spotted a cat on the street or want to learn more about your own fluffy companion, Miau identifies hundreds of breeds in seconds. Detailed breed profiles, personality traits and care tips — all with a single tap.

Real-time identification, photo upload from your gallery, a personal collection of favourite scans, and a full history. Miau Pro unlocks priority AI for faster, more accurate results.

§ Features

Why Miau

Instant breed recognition

Point your camera at any cat and get an accurate breed match in seconds.

Hundreds of breeds

From British Shorthair to Maine Coon, Miau recognises hundreds of pedigree and domestic breeds.

Detailed breed profiles

Every match comes with personality traits, temperament and practical care tips.

Scan from your gallery

No live cat handy? Upload a photo from your camera roll and identify it just the same.

Your personal collection

Save favourite scans and keep a full history of every cat you've identified.

Miau Pro

Unlock priority AI for faster, even more accurate results.

§ FAQ

Questions

How does Miau identify a cat's breed?: Miau uses an image-recognition model trained on hundreds of breeds. It analyses features like head shape, ears, coat and body, then returns the closest breed match with a confidence score.
How accurate is the cat breed identifier?: For purebred cats accuracy is high. Most cats are mixed breeds, so Miau shows the closest match plus a confidence percentage rather than a single definitive answer.
Can I identify a cat from an existing photo?: Yes. You can scan live with your camera or upload any photo from your gallery.
Is Miau free?: Miau is free to download and use. Miau Pro unlocks priority AI for faster, more accurate results.

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