British Shorthair

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Place of Origin: England

Coat Type: short, thick

Color: any color of cat & patterned

Temperament: calm, affectionate, good with other pets

• Where do the British Shorthairs come from?

Originally called the European Shorthair, the British Shorthair's origins come from a mixture of cats brought to England by the Romans and native cats of England. Persian cats were then introduced to the breed to enhance the Shorthairs thick coat. They appeared in their first cat show, in London, in 1871.

• What do British Shorthairs look like?

British Shorthairs are stocky cats. They are smaller and less muscular than their American Shorthair brothers. They have a round, broad head, with round, copper colored eyes. They have short, strong legs and tail. The overall impression of the cat is that it should be compact. The British Shorthair's fur should be short and dense. It comes in an array of colors and patterens.

• Do British Shorthairs make good pets?

The British Shorthair is a very calm breed of cat. They make wonderful indoor pets and do well in appartments. They do well with other animals with similar temperaments.

• Where can I adopt a British Shorthair?

At RescueMe.org you can find a British Shorthair looking for a good home.