14/02/2024
Tofu Cat Litter Australia is excited to unveil Cats Australia 's Breed of the Month for February: the British Shorthair! 🐾
Join us as we continue our monthly feature with Cats Australia, shining a spotlight on our beloved cat breeds. Each month, we'll bring you expert insights and care tips straight from the pros.
🌟 February's Breed of the Month: The British Shorthair 🌟
Origins:
The British Shorthair origins begin with cats imported from Egypt that accompanied the Romans when they invaded Great Britain. One of the first breeds of the cat fancy, they have changed little over the centuries.
Traits:
- The British Shorthair has a short, extremely dense plush coat with a crisp feel to it making you want to bury your hands in its luxurious pile.
- The classic Blue remains the most popular color however the breed comes in a rainbow of colors.
- The British are medium to large, compact, powerfully built cats with a broad, full chest, short strong legs and a short, thick tail tapering slightly to a rounded tip.
- The British Shorthair has a massiveness that the plush coat emphasizes.
- These cats love food and with their sedentary ways can quickly gain weight so it is important to keep a careful eye on their portions to make sure they do not get fat.
Personality Insights by Ern Fuller (Cats Australia Tutor All Breeds Judge) & breeder from Britern:
- The British are very friendly cats that enjoy attention, they are not lap cats but want to be where you are. They prefer to snuggle up next to you on the lounge.
- They are a healthy breed and usually live long lives. They are good with children and other animals. The are ideal for apartment living, as they prefer the indoors and are happy to hand out and keep themselves occupied
- They are not vocal cats and are in fact very quiet, they cope well being alone without fretting.
Grooming Tips by Ern Fuller:
"All they need is a comb, a few times a week and more often during the spring”
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