i like cats. they are usually small and furry
I love cats too! My favorite breeds are the ones with soft long fur, They can sometimes be a hassle to clean though. 
they have been used to hunt vermin and are often used as companions for himans
Yes but I believe most people have them as pets more often today than they did 50 years ago. 
There are many then 70 cat breeds . What kind do you have?
I have some common short-hair breeds, I had a Persian breed a couple of years ago.
Persian cat
The Persian cat () is a long-haired breed of cat characterized by its round face and short muzzle. It is also known as the "Persian Longhair" in the English-speaking countries. In the Middle East, region they are widely known as "Iranian cat" and in Iran they are known as "Shirazi cat". The first documented ancestors of the Persian were imported into Italy from Iran (historically known as Persia in the west) around 1620. Recognized by the cat fancy since
Mau gets along very well with children and other animals. These cats are neat and take care of themselves very well. Arabian Maus are very vocal cats who love to talk to their human companions. They have a very high-pitched meow that can sometimes come across as demanding. 
Arabian Mau cats were adapted to a desert lifestyle and had to hunt for food themselves; possibly because of this, they are not picky about food and they seem to love eating. They like to play, making this breed very active