British Shorthair
Calm, plush cat with a round face and easygoing temperament.
MediumCalmUnited KingdomGood with kids
Origin & history
Developed in 19th-century Britain from robust British domestic cats, deliberately selected for their plush coat and round face.
Care
Weekly brushing is usually enough. Fairly relaxed, enjoys a calm environment.
Ideal environment
Very well suited to calm indoor living, independent and easygoing.
Feeding
Limit portions due to low activity and a tendency toward weight gain.
Health
Prone to weight gain and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Keep an eye on feeding.