British Shorthair

 

The British Shorthair is a strong and sturdy cat that is characterized by its large breed. It could be described as a cobby or chunky one. This cat is also known for its rounded contours – head, eyes, ears, cheeks, and face. It has a deep strong chin and short broad nose, in addition to a deep chest and short, thick tail. The dense and short coat, which is not fluffy, features over one hundred colors and pattern combinations.

 

Personality

 

When we are talking about the cats in the world, British Shorthair cats are considered as the ‘gentle giants. They are so cute and kind to other animals as well as people. In comparison with Oriental cats, they are quiet, they do not continuously demand human attention, and do not have the curious nature of other counterparts cat breeds that could make unpleasant results!

History and Origins

 

Origin’s Country: UK.

 

The most popular cat breed in Great Britain is the British Shorthair. The British Shorthair cats, which were exported all over the world in huge numbers, have been first recognized in the 1900s, which means that they have been alive for more than 100 years, according to written records. Today, they have very beautiful coat patterns and many color variations, that have been selected from the best street cats during the 19th century, and they are still being bred by careful breeding plans to the present day.

 

Health and Common Issues

 

In general, British Shorthair cats are active and far away from making trouble, and that is thanks to they have been raised with Persian cats in the past. Also, they have little chance of being affected by polycystic kidney disease, which causes holes or cysts that develop gradually to cause kidney problems.

 

Nowadays, many breeders should test the status of their cats by a gene test available to reveal any probable disease.

Nutrition and Feeding

 

When it comes to food, it’s hard to tell what a cat needs or likes and dislikes because everyone has their own particular personality.

However, that can’t negate the fact that cats are must gain forty-one specific and different nutrients from their food as they are carnivores.

The amount of these nutrients depends on overall health, lifestyle, and age. Thus, an aged and less active cat will absolutely need a different balance of nutrients in her diet than a growing, energetic cat needs.

Catering to individual preferences regarding dry or wet food recipes and feeding the right quantity of food is also important. They can keep the ideal body condition, according to the feeding guidelines.

Grooming British Shorthair

 

The British Shorthair cat needed a little care as its coat is dense and short. So, it could easily take care of itself by itself, and that’s made it so popular in the last century. However, all kitten should take their parasite control and vaccination regularly.

Best Cat Breeds for Children

 

This cat breed is one of the best breeds for your little ones, although it is not widely recognized. Every cat is different from the others but with love and proper familiarization, it will live with children happily.

 

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