British Shorthair cats are not overly active cats. They are quite docile and laid back. They do enjoy spurts of playing and activity but ultimately, they are a pretty relaxed cat.

Size: The British Shorthair is a medium to large cat, weighing between 9 to 18 pounds.

The British Shorthair has a medium to large size, compact body that is cobby. They are powerful and strong cats with incredibly muscular bodies. They have large, round heads with short noses and medium, rounded eyes. They have a signature upturned smile that they are quite famous for. It is said the Cheshire Cat from Alice in Wonderful is modeled after the British Shorthair, right down to their sweet smile. They also have a medium size, wide-set ears that are rounded. They also have short to medium length legs with medium length tails. British Shorthair Kittens for sale.

The British Shorthair is the ideal cat for someone who is looking for a wonderful and loving companion. They are not overly demanding and are actually on the quiet side. While they are not hyper, they do enjoy playing and being with the ones they love. They will not constantly pester you all day, but they certainly enjoy your affection and attention. They are also incredibly intelligent and enjoy challenging games or toys.

British Shorthair coat is easy to manage as it does not tangle or mat. Simply brush their hair once or twice each week to keep their coat shiny and lovely. They will seasonally shed and may require more combing or brushing during that time. As with any cat, they also need their nails trimmed and ears cleaned when necessary. And lastly, regular teeth brushing will keep their teeth and breath fresh!

The British Shorthair has a short, very dense coat that feels crisp to the touch. Its thick coat is also waterproof. While blue remains their most popular color, their short coats come in a variety of colors and patterns.

The British Shorthair cat is medium to large in size and ranges in weight from 9 to 18 pounds. The British Shorthair is known as the first official show cat but, before being a show cat, is said to have wandered around the streets of Great Britain. The breed was initially known as the European Shorthair and made its way to Great Britain about 2,000 years ago. When the Romans invaded Great Britain, European Shorthairs that had been acquired from Egypt, made the journey along with the Romans to help protect food supplies and keep rodents away.