The
British Shorthair
is a medium sized cat.
A great hunter and adept at cuddling, he thrives both outdoors and at home.
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Origin
The
British Shorthair
is a breed native to Great Britain.
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The
British Shorthair
is a breed of
shorthair
cats originally from Great Britain, hence its name "
British
" which means British, and "
Shorthair
"
shorthair
.
This breed of cats also exists with long hair and is in this case named british longhair.
The British Shorthair was officially presented at the London Cat Show in 1871. It was also a blue tabby female who won the cat show that year.
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The two world wars put a strain on this breed of cats, which came close to extinction.
Many breeders had to cross with Persians, Russian Blues and Carthusians, to ensure the survival of this breed of cats.
Character
The British Shorthair is a discreet and independent cat.
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The British Shorthair is a
calm and independent cat
.
This discretion does not prevent him from being very attached to his home.
This curious and playful little cat enjoys the company of children.
Sweet and kind, the British Shorthair enjoys spending time with his owners without being too intrusive.
To be happy, the British Shorthair needs above all to feel safe.
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This breed of cats adapts as well to apartment life as it does in the countryside.
A hunter at heart, the British Shorthair will not hesitate to proudly bring you his trophies and other treasures.
With a very curious temperament, this breed of cats can even enjoy walks with its master (with or without a leash).
Physical
All colors and shades of British Shorthair are admitted to LOOF.
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The British Shorthair is a
medium-sized cat
often confused with the Chartreux, which may have a similar coat.
This breed of cats is very curvy.
Its round head, large eyes and small ears make this cat special.
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Unlike the British Longhair, the British Shorthair has a short and very dense coat.
This thick and woolly coat allows it to withstand the vagaries of the weather.
All colors and shades of British Shorthair are admitted to the
LOOF
(Official Book of Feline Origins).
The British Shorthair measures around 30 cm, weighs between 4 and 8 kg and has a life expectancy of 15 to 20 years.
Price
The
price
of a British Shorthair varies according to the breedings and the pedigree of the line.
Male and female will not cost you the same price.
In general, a British Shorthair kitten will be sold between 400 and 1000 euros, but can reach
1800 euros
for the most awarded lines.
Health
The British Shorthair is a
robust and
healthy
cat
.
However the breed can be prone to certain diseases such as:
Polycystic kidney disease
(PKD): formation of cysts in the kidneys.
Feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
(HCM): syndrome of thickening of the walls of the heart.
Adopting an animal commits you, it's a decision that you will have to think carefully. Do not hesitate to contact your veterinarian or the nearest shelter to you before starting. They will be able to give you advice on the breed of cats that will suit you best.
