British Longhair Cats | Cat Breeds

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A pale british longhait cat with amber eyes

Two British longhait kittens sitting next to one another

A british longhair cat with a smokey grey coat

a fluffy british longhair with tabby markings

A little fluffball british longhair kitten

A pale british longhait cat with amber eyes

Two British longhait kittens sitting next to one another

A british longhair cat with a smokey grey coat

a fluffy british longhair with tabby markings

A little fluffball british longhair kitten

History

The British Longhair cat breed shares much of its history with the British Shorthair cat breed which can be read here. The British Longhair of today resembles Persians and Angoras of the early 1900s. The British Longhair cat was given championship status by The International Cat Association in May 2009 as opposed to the Shorthair which gained championship status in 1979.

Behaviour

The British Longhair shares its temperament with the British short hair which can be read here.

Varieties

Comes in many different colours and patterns including: Smoke, Tabby, Tipped, Longhair and Tortie.

Breed Details

Status: Rare
Place of Origin: UK
Rough date of Origin: 1800s
Hair length: Longhair
Activity Level: Medium
Vocalness: Low
Child friendly: Good with children
Intelligence:
Playfullness: Relaxed
Grooming Requirements: Once a week
Weight: 4.0 - 8.0kg
House Cat or Outdoor Cat: Outdoor Cat
Pet Compatibility:
Social Needs:

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