The British Shorthair - affectionately known as Great Britain’s “working cat”.
BACKGROUND
A sturdy and muscular cat with a short, plush coat, the breed was developed from non-pedigree cats whose origins are those of the native working cats – the “street” and “yard” cats of Britain. The early British Shorthair and the French Chartreux were of similar type, and many breeders believe they were originally the same cat. Today, breeders have taken great care to produce two distinct breeds. Many shorthairs were shown at the famed Crystal Palace in 1895, and captured the hearts of people attending those shows.
CHARACTERISITICS
The British Shorthair is a medium to large, sturdy cat with a powerful body and a thick tail. British Shorthairs are very independent yet extremely affectionate. They enjoy people and will happily follow their owners around the house.
BACKGROUND
A sturdy and muscular cat with a short, plush coat, the breed was developed from non-pedigree cats whose origins are those of the native working cats – the “street” and “yard” cats of Britain. The early British Shorthair and the French Chartreux were of similar type, and many breeders believe they were originally the same cat. Today, breeders have taken great care to produce two distinct breeds. Many shorthairs were shown at the famed Crystal Palace in 1895, and captured the hearts of people attending those shows.
CHARACTERISITICS
The British Shorthair is a medium to large, sturdy cat with a powerful body and a thick tail. British Shorthairs are very independent yet extremely affectionate. They enjoy people and will happily follow their owners around the house.
CARE REQUIREMENTS
Shorthairs are easy to groom because their fur does not tangle, however they should be combed very lightly once a week. They make ideal pets for families, and they are equally happy with a person living on their own.
AVERAGE LIFESPAN
The British Shorthair will usually live up to 13 years of age, but with the proper care and nutrition can live up to 15 years of age.
AVERAGE SIZE AND WEIGHT
This is a small to medium-size cat with the females usually weighing up to 2.2kg and the males 5kg.
COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER PETS
This cat will enjoy the company of other animals, but will especially like having a playmate of its kind to share its days and activities.
IDEAL OWNERS
Though it is an independent animal, it will want someone who is totally dedicated to its needs and can give it lots of company and keep it entertained when called upon.
Shorthairs are easy to groom because their fur does not tangle, however they should be combed very lightly once a week. They make ideal pets for families, and they are equally happy with a person living on their own.
AVERAGE LIFESPAN
The British Shorthair will usually live up to 13 years of age, but with the proper care and nutrition can live up to 15 years of age.
AVERAGE SIZE AND WEIGHT
This is a small to medium-size cat with the females usually weighing up to 2.2kg and the males 5kg.
COMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER PETS
This cat will enjoy the company of other animals, but will especially like having a playmate of its kind to share its days and activities.
IDEAL OWNERS
Though it is an independent animal, it will want someone who is totally dedicated to its needs and can give it lots of company and keep it entertained when called upon.
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