British Shorthair Cats FAQ

Whether or not to allow British Shorthair cats outdoors is rather a contentious issue among cat owners, vets and experts. On one hand, you have those who insist that allowing cats to roam around outside … Read more

The British Shorthair is well-known for being a very healthy and long-lived cat. With proper care and attention, there’s no reason your British Shorthair cats shouldn’t live to be well into their teens. To ensure … Read more

The cat in Kipling’s “Just So” story may have walked by himself and felt that all places were alike to him, but most people who intend to share their lives with a cat need to … Read more

If you’re looking for a new feline companion for your home, you’d probably prefer a cat who is easy to get along with and doesn’t cause a lot of trouble. Even if you love cats, … Read more

If you’re considering a new cat, a British Shorthair kitten is an excellent choice. British Shorthairs live long, healthy lives so you’re guaranteed many years of happy companionship, and are very easy to care for. … Read more

The British Shorthair is a bit of a contradiction. With their cuddly appearance, round faces and thick plush fur, cats of this breed look as if they were made to be picked up and hugged. … Read more

While watching my British Shorthair jump onto countertops and tree branches in my backyard, I began to entertain the idea that she possessed a very unique talent, her jumps were so high that I was … Read more

Whether you’re planning to breed your British Shorthair with a pedigree stud or find your pet with an unexpected litter of kittens on the way courtesy of some local tom, it’s useful to know how … Read more

For the cat-allergic cat lover, life is a series of compromises. If you have your heart set on a sweet, fuzzy feline companion such as a British Shorthair, it can be very disheartening when the … Read more

British Shorthair cats are a reserved but thoroughly amiable bunch. They’re a wonderful family pet, good with most other cats, cordial towards cat-friendly dogs and fond of children. They’re very chatty and talkative – although … Read more

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 … Read more

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 – … Read more

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 … Read more