Hello, I am also new at this forum and also a new cat-owner, so hope I am doing this right. I got a Cheetoh cat recently from my aunt. Actually, its a 3 year old cat my aunt owned, but now she is moving abroad, so I am her new 'mom' now
Marcelle has such a nice and friendly temperament, sure she is energetic and playful, but so obedient and friendly. Maybe you could consider a Bengal cross. An i think the [/url=http://www.catbreedselector.com/cheetoh-cat.asp]caring and grooming[/url] is also pretty simple.
And as far as declawing is concerned, it is illegal as well as pretty inhuman. Please don't get a cat right now if you have to declaw it... You can get one when you get your own place or something. That way it could be easier both for you and your cat. Best of luck