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CLEAR ALLThe British Shorthair is known to be one of the oldest cat breeds on the planet. They are adored for their easy-going demeanours and adorable, chubby faces. This cat breed is famous for its iconic "blue" coat. So much so, that at one point it was referred to as the ‘British blue’. These cats are a top choice for families because of their lovable, warm, and independent personalities.
British Shorthair cats are one of the most famous pure breeds in the United Kingdom and for good reason. These gorgeous cats have kind, well-mannered personalities, and form intensely strong bonds with their families. An additional bonus of owning one of these cats is that British Shorthairs get along with everyone, including dogs and other pets.
There is a bit of a difference between male and female British Shorthairs in terms of their personalities. Males are happy-go-lucky and welcome attention from everyone while their female counterparts are more serious and like to be handled with respect - just like a true British lady. British Shorthairs are devoted companions and love to be wherever their human companions are. These cats resemble cuddly teddy bears so it’s perhaps no surprise that they are loved by cat owners across the country.
British Shorthairs are medium-sized cats, with powerful and sturdy physiques. They are heavily muscled and have heavy boning, which gives them a rounded appearance. As a strong cat breed, all components of the frame should be well developed. The British Shorthair has a broad chest, muscular neck, strong jaws, and a well-developed muzzle, with thick and strong legs.
British Shorthairs originated as vermin hunters and protectors of food supplies for the Roman soldiers when they invaded Great Britain. Nowadays, they seem to prefer cuddling and interacting with their owners! However, it is still important to provide these intelligent cats with plenty of play opportunities to prevent boredom.
Despite being affectionate, these cats are not considered to be your typical lap cats. They would much prefer to snuggle up beside you on the sofa or bed, rather than on you. They are not particularly active but, just like all cats, they do have their rare "mad" moments (fondly called "zoomies"); acting like crazy kittens and running around the house like they are being chased. These cats also mature at a fairly late age compared to other breeds which means they retain kitten-like behaviours for most of their lives. On the whole, British Shorthairs are placid and quiet cats that are not known to be particularly vocal (except perhaps at dinner time!). They are very tolerant of children, small pets, and dogs, but remember that this particular cat breed does not like to be carried around. They love to exert their independence and are content being in their own company. So, you should have no problem leaving them alone for the day if you need to go out to work.
Since 1997, British Shorthairs have remained the most popular and favourite breed of pedigree cat in Britain.
The British Shorthair is known to be one of the oldest cat breeds on the planet. They are adored for their easy-going demeanours and adorable, chubby faces. This cat breed is famous for its iconic "blue" coat. So much so, that at one point it was referred to as the ‘British blue’. These cats are a top choice for families because of their lovable, warm, and independent personalities.
British Shorthair cats are one of the most famous pure breeds in the United Kingdom and for good reason. These gorgeous cats have kind, well-mannered personalities, and form intensely strong bonds with their families. An additional bonus of owning one of these cats is that British Shorthairs get along with everyone, including dogs and other pets.
There is a bit of a difference between male and female British Shorthairs in terms of their personalities. Males are happy-go-lucky and welcome attention from everyone while their female counterparts are more serious and like to be handled with respect - just like a true British lady. British Shorthairs are devoted companions and love to be wherever their human companions are. These cats resemble cuddly teddy bears so it’s perhaps no surprise that they are loved by cat owners across the country.
British Shorthairs are medium-sized cats, with powerful and sturdy physiques. They are heavily muscled and have heavy boning, which gives them a rounded appearance. As a strong cat breed, all components of the frame should be well developed. The British Shorthair has a broad chest, muscular neck, strong jaws, and a well-developed muzzle, with thick and strong legs.
British Shorthairs originated as vermin hunters and protectors of food supplies for the Roman soldiers when they invaded Great Britain. Nowadays, they seem to prefer cuddling and interacting with their owners! However, it is still important to provide these intelligent cats with plenty of play opportunities to prevent boredom.
Despite being affectionate, these cats are not considered to be your typical lap cats. They would much prefer to snuggle up beside you on the sofa or bed, rather than on you. They are not particularly active but, just like all cats, they do have their rare "mad" moments (fondly called "zoomies"); acting like crazy kittens and running around the house like they are being chased. These cats also mature at a fairly late age compared to other breeds which means they retain kitten-like behaviours for most of their lives. On the whole, British Shorthairs are placid and quiet cats that are not known to be particularly vocal (except perhaps at dinner time!). They are very tolerant of children, small pets, and dogs, but remember that this particular cat breed does not like to be carried around. They love to exert their independence and are content being in their own company. So, you should have no problem leaving them alone for the day if you need to go out to work.
Since 1997, British Shorthairs have remained the most popular and favourite breed of pedigree cat in Britain.
The British Shorthair is a medium-sized cat breed with a stocky and muscular physique, long plush tail, rounded face, and wide-set ears that are rounded at the tips. These cats have strong jaws, with well-developed muzzles and prominent whisker pads which gives them their characteristic ‘smile’. Interestingly, this breed has five toes on its front paws and four on its back paws. The eyes are large and round, which just adds to their cute ‘teddy bear’ appearance! All British Shorthair kittens are born with blue eyes, with the adult colour developing at around 6-7 weeks of age. Adults of this breed usually have striking orange or amber coloured eyes, however, pure white British Shorthairs tend to keep the blue eyes they were born with.
Males of this breed tend to be significantly heavier than females, weighing around 6-6.5kg when they reach adulthood. Females will weigh 4-5kg on average. These cats have short, dense coats that require minimal grooming. Weekly brushing should be sufficient for this breed. The British Shorthair is famous for its ‘blue’ coat however they can also come in a range of other colours including black, fawn, tortoiseshell, tabby, and colourpointed varieties. ‘Solid’ colours are still the most common.
British Shorthairs are affectionate, laidback, and prone to being a little lazy! You will usually find a British Shorthair napping on the sofa or your bed whenever they can. They love to receive attention from their owners but they are also independent which makes them fairly undemanding felines. They are also less vocal than many other breeds.
British Shorthairs are not known to be your typical lap cats, instead, they prefer to curl up near you rather than on you. It is important to note that these cats don’t generally like to be picked up and carried, so it is best to interact with them on the ground. With these easy-going cats, you will need to keep a close eye on their weight as they are prone to becoming obese. They are fairly intelligent so try to stimulate their brains with puzzle feeders and interactive toys.
British Shorthairs are known to get on with pretty much everyone, from young children and strangers to dogs and other cats. So, if you have friends over for a party or a BBQ, you can guarantee that your British Shorthair will want to be a part of the action!
British Shorthairs are incredibly laidback cats which makes them ideal for families with children or other pets as they get along with pretty much everyone! They are suitable for apartments as long as they are provided with plenty of activities and opportunities to exercise. They also love to explore the outdoors but you must ensure that it is safe for them to do so. Due to their independent natures, these cats are content with their own company so are perfect for owners who have to leave the house for work.
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Neo
Russian Blue
We had some concerns purchasing a kitten online but our experience with The Pedigree Paws was great. They connected us with Caroline, the Russian Blue breeder and we had many conversations and received multiple pictures and videos. She answered to all our questions.
The Pedigree Paws verified for us all the vaccinations and health checks to make sure our new kitten was 100% healthy.
Thank you for all your help The Pedigree Paws! Highly recommended!
Jack
Miniature Dachshund
One of the reasons I was hesitant to order a puppy from The Pedigree Paws is because I live in Spain. However they connected me with a very good FCI breeder in Barcelona.
He showed me all the health documents of both parents, their pedigree and answer to all my questions. I am so happy they helped me to find a healthy puppy as finding one by myself was very overwhelming. Contacting The Pedigree Paws was the best decision and I highly recommend them to everybody!
Stitch
Chartreux
From the kittens's selection to the arrival of our Chartreux kitten, The Pedigree Paws was there to assist us. We had great experience with them, and they breeder Alexandra from France with whom they connected us and from whom we got our kitten from. They are very prompt in answering our initial and follow-up questions while our kitten was in transit. Very reliable and trustworthy!
Thank you so much for all your help. We are very happy with our new family member. We will definitely recommend it to all our friends.
Athena
Chihuahua
It's been a few months since we decided to find a Chihuahua puppy to join our family, however we had issues finding a good breeder.
We contacted The Pedigree Paws and they connected us with a very unique breeder in Greece. Many videos and pictures were shown, the breeder shared with us the proof of vaccinations, deworming and her 5 generation pedigree. We were fortunate as George, the breeder was able to deliver the puppy to us personally. We are very pleased with our beautiful Athena. Thank you, The Pedigree Paws, for being truthful and transparent.
Thor
Abyssinian
I feel wonderful having help from The Pedigree Paws finding the dream Abyssinian kitten I was looking for. Thor is the absolute dream! The Pedigree Paws team was really patient and responsible in everything. Lovely experience! They replied to every questions, requirements, and information I ask about the kitten.
Fin
Chihuahua
Thank you for finding for me such a beautiful Chihuahua puppy! I love him so much from the minute I saw him. He changed my world.
Kate, from The Pedigree Paws assisted me through the whole process informing me about everything from health checks to arranging a Pet Nanny to transport Fin directly to my door. So thankful that the experience went so well! I love my Fin.
Emi
Ragdoll
I have always wanted a Ragdoll kitten as it was my dream cat breed, but didnt know how to find one as heard a lot about kitten farms and bad breeders. I reached out to The Pedigree Paws and they were very accommodating and transparent from the start. They offered me few kittens from their list of breeders and when I saw Emi I knew she was the one! We went through the kitten's parents DNA testing as for me that was a priority to have a kitten free from genetic disorders. We sealed the deal and now I have the best kitten I could dream of! Thank you very much for all your help
Shima
Russian Blue
I really wanted a Russian Blue kitten, but was very nervous getting one after reading horror stories about scammers on the Internet. I had my first call with Natalia, from The Pedigree Paws and with her help I was able to connect with the breeder, that I knew I could trust. I am very lucky to have now Shima, she is an absolute joy to live with.
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