The British Shorthair

The construction

The British Shorthair is always seen as the adorable, fluffy teddy bear, and this is certainly true. The British Shorthair has a beautiful, compact, balanced, and powerful build with a muscular, medium-to-large body and a short backline. They have a body that is as massive as the shoulders and a broad, deep chest. The legs are strong, short, and straight with beautiful, round paws. The tail is beautifully thick and fluffy, of medium length, wider at the base, and has a nice rounded tip. The British Shorthair has a short, springy coat that feels firm and is beautifully dense. This is what gives them their fluffy appearance. They also have excellent physical condition, giving them an alert and vital appearance.

Of course, we can't forget those adorable little heads that we'd love to pamper. We get this feeling thanks to their beautiful round heads, small ears, and short, wide noses. The face is round with full cheeks and sits on a thick, short neck. The nose is short, wide, and straight, with a nicely rounded profile at the forehead. They have a strong, broad chin and well-fitting teeth. The ears are small but wide at the base and rounded at the top. Not to mention the large, round eyes that simply radiate sweetness.

The character

The British Shorthair's temperament is calm, patient, sweet, and gentle. They are friendly to others and therefore highly adaptable. They are very affectionate towards their owners and love company, attention, and being petted. Their temperament is largely determined by heredity, so we believe it's important to choose a male cat for breeding with a sweet, playful, cuddly, and well-socialized temperament. While some traits from the female cat can be passed on, it's important that these traits generally align well so the kittens are easygoing and sweet with people, other animals, and children. However, their temperament can still develop or change in the environment in which they grow up.

When getting a kitten, it's actually best to get two, or if you already have a cat at home. This is because cats can feel lonely in the long run, which can ultimately negatively impact their mental health. British Shorthairs love being around others, and bringing another friend (preferably another cat) into the home will make them feel better and always have someone to play with. Generally, new kittens are quickly accepted by other cats in a new home. However, you should pay attention to the behavior of the existing kitten in the house; every cat is different, and it may take a shorter or longer time for them to get used to their new companion. Above all, give them plenty of time, patience, and understanding. By taking it slowly, you'll make progress step by step.

Well-socialized kittens get along well with everyone, but this doesn't mean they'll like everyone. Everyone has a different energy level, and kittens/cats can sense that. If they don't act scared or aggressive, it's a good sign that the kitten is well-socialized. Everything takes time. If a kitten is going to be raised with a child or children, it's important to clearly explain to the child that they have a strong sense of responsibility for caring for the kitten and that they need to understand the importance of respect for animals. Personal experience has shown that this hasn't gone well, and the kitten/cat has been chased or woken up while sleeping. This can lead to behavioral problems later on.