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Pet allergies can cause absolute misery for sufferers and can be especially problematic in babies and small children. Sneezing, coughing and skin rashes are very unpleasant for little ones — and more serious conditions such as asthma are even worse. If you’re considering bringing a British Shorthair into a home where there’s a baby or […]

Pedigree cat lovers are often faced with heartache. Many breeds have some genetic issues or may tend to develop physical problems because of their configurations. On the other hand, we have the British Shorthair – these felines have a well-earned reputation for health and longevity. They’re an especially resilient breed – solid, hearty cats with

Many people nowadays like to feed their cats home-made raw food, either as an alternative to processed commercial pet foods or just as a special treat. This is a contentious practice, however,  some vets and cat experts criticising the current raw food trend. While British Shorthairs are likely to be absolutely fine if they occasionally

Buying a litter-box for your cat shouldn’t be complicated, right? Surely this is a “one size fits all” situation. Even if your cat belongs to a larger breed, such as the British Shorthair, the most you’d need to do is grab one of the bigger trays from the pet supply store. Right? Wrong. In fact,

There’s a certain amount of debate over when you should neuter your British Shorthair cat. (Technically neutering applies to both male and female kittens but it’s usually used to refer to a gonadectomy in the male, so that’s what we’ll discuss here). Some people, including many vets, encourage owners to neuter their British Shorthairs as

Like any breed of cat, individuals within the British Shorthair breed vary significantly in terms of personality. Some cats are very quiet, while others are what we call “talkers” — they meow a lot and are generally very vocal and communicative. Do British Shorthair cats meow a lot? Yes, in general. You do find the

Despite their legendarily friendly and loving natures, British Shorthairs are still cats — with all the feline hunting instincts that imply. In fact, that cuddly British Shorthair curled up on your bed may be one of the most eager mousers around deep down. When does someone ask me Do British Shorthair cats catch mice? Yes, British

British Shorthairs Scratch Furniture?” width=”670″ height=”380″ />One of the most frequently asked questions by people who consider buying a cat is whether they scratch furniture. Luckily as a British Shorthair owner myself, I am able to shed some light on this matter… Do British Shorthairs Scratch Furniture? Yes, scratching itself would definitely happen, as this

British Shorthair cats are well-known for being healthy and having robust constitutions. Long-lived and sturdy, they’re prone to fewer medical conditions than other pedigree breeds. That said, there are a few foods that can make a British Shorthair unwell, and one of those things is milk. Can British Shorthairs drink milk? No, they most certainly

This is a common question for prospective owners. Especially if you are thinking of adding a cat to a family with kids or other animals. Let’s see… Do British Shorthair cats bite? British Shorthair cats are less prone to nipping or biting than other breeds. British Shorthairs tend to be very stable cats with even

A friend of mine was recently planning to adopt a British Shorthair from a local shelter. She’d seen the cat while visiting with her sister, who was picking up her own rescue cat. My friend was immediately smitten with the placid, amiable shorthair and began considering the logistics of adopting him. The only snag was

I am already a happy owner of one British Shorthair boy, and I am about to get 2 more soon, so I already know the answer, but if you are at the stage of the research now – here it is… So, do British Shorthair males spray? Yes, males and females Shorthairs can spray if

Before actually finding and adopting a kitten I’ve spent countless hours doing research about my future British shorthair cat. Tidiness is very important to me, so there should be no surprise that this was one of my questions. Do British Shorthair cats shed a lot? No, British Shorthairs shed very little when compared with other