The British Shorthair cat is one of the oldest cats that still exist in the world today, and the most important characteristic of this cat is
the large head, as it is among its main features, and the British Shorthair cat is one of the most numerous cat breeds
that you will find, and although these cats are large And strong, the British Shorthair cat prefers to spend some quiet time in the cat tree rather than causing noise.
In our article, we will discuss the history of the British Shorthair cat, its most important characteristics and behavior, how to care for it, and the most important health problems facing the cat.
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History of the British Shorthair cat
It is possible that the British short-haired cat is the oldest cat breed in Great Britain, and the most agreed theory about the evolution of this breed is that
the British short-haired cat started as a short-haired street cat, but breeders crossbred the cat so that it resembles the British short-haired cat that we know and love today.
The British short-haired cat was among the breeds that were shown at the first organized cat exhibition in England in 1871, and
at that time, the breed was called the British blue cat, given that the blue (gray) color was very common in the breed, especially early on.
Although the British short-haired blue cat is still common today, it comes in different colors and patterns, and the British short-haired cat was first brought to
the United States in the early twentieth century, but it was called the local short-haired cat, and it was recognized
The British Shorthair was officially recognized by the Cat Fanciers Association in 1980, and today, this popular breed can be found all over the world.
The British short-haired cat was a member of every typical British home.
The British cat was the preferred cat for guarding homes and lands from rodents for more than a thousand years, but if we talk historically, the arrival of
the British short-haired cat was historically associated with the Roman invasions that took place during the era of the Roman Empire.
The British cat at the time was appreciated for its strength, endurance, and hunting skills, in addition to its general nature that was easy to deal with.
With time, the British cat began to be welcome at home as well and be part of an integrated family, but then the numbers of the British cat shrank a lot during the First World War.
As it happened to many animals, the Persian dynasty came in its place, but with the advent of World War II, the British short-haired cat returned again to the British home, but with some changes in its appearance.
Characteristics of the British Shorthair cat
The British cat is famous for its short and thick hair, which gives its fur density, and it is characterized by a compact body and medium-sized and short legs, and the British cat is a cat characterized
by power and strength, due to its cohesive body and strong muscles, and its head is huge with round eyes spaced out that make it appear in shape Closer to the Scottish wild cat, with a thick neck, as for
his ears, they are short, and the British short-haired cat is smart and loving, and his voice is calm and good-tempered, easy to deal with, and his fur is easy to clean and rarely gets tangled.
The British short-haired cat is a large cat that is not as huge as the Maine Coon or the Siberian cat, but some
male British short-haired cats can weigh up to 17 pounds (females usually weigh 12 pounds or less), and the height of the cat is between 22-25 inches.
The British Shorthair is a wonderful family cat, and the breed has an easy-going personality and generally gets along with everyone, including children and other animals living in the home.
The British cat's coat is short and very dense, and the undercoat is not double or woolly. The coat color comes in many solid and patterned colors, including white, black, blue, red, cream, smoky, silver, gold, patterned, tabby, and tortoiseshell.
Calico, bilateral color, and eye color varies according to the color and pattern of the coat, but it may be blue, golden, copper, green, teal, hazel, or eyes of two different colors, and the average life expectancy is from 12 to 16 years, and the cat is not hypoallergenic, meaning it does not cause any allergy .
Caring for a British Shorthair cat
The British short-haired cat lives between 12 to 16 years, and this, of course, depends directly on the health of the British cat, and it is one of the types of cats that must be fed very carefully, as it is prone to
obesity if its food is not taken care of, especially since it is inactive and spends a lot of its time without Movement and therefore does not get a good opportunity to burn calories, and if you
have a lot of questions about feeding your British cat and do not know the correct amount of protein and carbohydrates that should be given to it, you
can seek the help of the veterinarian to help you develop a diet plan for it and you must set stages Cat growth in mind, the older the cat, the greater the nutritional needs with it.
As the breed's name suggests, the British Shorthair has a short coat that requires minimal grooming or grooming. Brush the British Shorthair once a week with a soft brush, and brush more frequently during periods of seasonal shedding to remove loose hair.
Overview of the British cat breed
The British Shorthair is slow to mature physically and mentally, and this cat generally does not achieve its final size and weight until between 3 and 5 years old.
The British Shorthair may continue to display the energy of playful little cats until it reaches maturity, but once fully mature, it is
This breed is calm and has a good demeanor. The British Shorthair cat is affectionate and accepts strangers, although it may be a bit reserved until it gets to
know you better.
The British Shorthair cat is a great companion for gentle children and tends to get along well with household pets. other friendly.