![British Shorthair Cat Breed](/sites/default/files/styles/square_medium_440x440/public/2022-06/British-Shorthair.jpg?itok=eFXNhiXz)
Family-friendly: | 2/5 |
Playfulness: | 2/5 |
Intelligence: | 3/5 |
Tendency to Vocalise: | 4/5 |
Likes Other Pets: | 5/5 |
Grooming needs: | 4/5 |
Shedding: | 3/5 |
The British Shorthair cat breed can be prone to:
- Polycystic kidney disease which is an inherited condition where cysts form in the kidneys. This affects kidney function and can eventually lead to kidney failure.
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy which is a disease were the heart muscle becomes abnormally thick which means the heart cannot beat effectively.
- British Shorthair autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome which is a serious condition where an abnormally large amount of immune cells are produced which leads to organ enlargement, anaemia and general illness.
Testing available:
- DNA testing for British Shorthair autoimmune lymphoproliferative syndrome which tests whether or not a cat has the potential to be affected by this condition.
The British Shorthair is a medium to large sized, compact, chunky cat, known for their attractive features and thick, plush fur.
Short coupled and robust, the British Shorthair is instantly recognisable by their rounded face and large round eyes, giving this cat an adorable expression and bags of character.
Affectionate, playful, and loyal, the British Shorthair is a very companionable cat with family and close friends, although like many cats they may take a little time to warm up to strangers. A relatively quiet cat, and surprisingly gregarious, the British Shorthair gets on well in multi-cat households and will befriend other household pets too, particularly cat-friendly dogs.
Are British Blue cats friendly?
Yes, they can be very friendly with anyone, however, can sometimes be less forgiving of children, especially those who are not used to cat behaviours. So, best to introduce them slowly, and make sure children respect their space needs.
Are British Blue cats lazy?
British Blue cats are known to be very placid and easy going so they prefer spending most of their time lounging around and napping, rather than being highly active.
Are British Blue cats talkative?
In general, they can be slightly chatty, especially when they want something and need to get your attention.
Why do British Blue cats not like being picked up?
Although they love getting attention, British Blue cats are not big fans of being picked up and mostly prefer a hands-off approach when interacting with humans. Picking them up puts them in a vulnerable and uncomfortable situation, so it’s best to keep pick-ups and hugs to a minimum.