Short haired cats

Abyssinian cats are sleek athletic medium size felines that boast wonderful personalities. Abys have a wild look about them resembling a Lynx with their large ears and expressive alert yet gentle eyes. For decades the Abyssinian has been among one of the most popular breeds throughout the world thanks to the fact they are not only beautiful looking but also because they are such intelligent cats that boast an independent side to their natures.

The American Shorthair is a lovely natural breed and as their name suggests they hail from the United States. Females tend to be smaller than their female counterparts but both have extremely weather resistant coats that are quite harsh to the touch. They are known to be wonderful companions and family pets thanks to their easy-going loving natures which has seen the American Shorthair become one of the most popular breeds in the States. However anyone wishing to share their homes with one of these charming cats would need to register their interest with breeders because not many well-bred American Shorthair kittens are available in the UK every year.

The Bengal was first bred in the United States and is a relative newcomer to the cat scene. They are medium to large size cats that boast a lot of presence with their strong athletic bodies and sleek marbled or spotted coats. They were created by crossing between the Asian Leopard Cat with domestic breeds which includes the Egyptian Mau Ocicats and Abyssinians. They are known to have outgoing personalities which when paired to their wild good looks has seen the Bengal become a popular choice both as a companion and family pet not only in the UK but elsewhere in the world too.

The Bombay is a medium-sized cat with an elegant appearance and boasts a loving and sociable nature. They have extremely beautiful and captivating eyes and luxurious black fur that sets them apart from other breeds because they resemble miniature panthers. The breed is relatively new to the cat world, having been developed in the 1950s by crossing a Burmese cat with a black-coated American Shorthair. Today, these adorable cats have found a place in the hearts and homes of many people around the world, not only for their unique appearance but also for their wonderfully gentle and extremely affectionate nature.

British Shorthairs are one of the most popular pure breeds in the UK and for good reason. These lovely cats boast kind even-tempered personalities and they form extremely strong bonds with their families. The added bonus being that British Shorthairs get on with everyone including other pets and dogs which when paired to their independent yet loving loyal natures makes them the perfect family pet.

Since 1997 it has consistently been the most popular breed of pedigree cat in Britain by a long way in terms of numbers registered with the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF).

The Burmese cat is known to have a very dog-like personality loving nothing more than to follow owners around the home and being involved in everything they are doing. It’s their way of getting all the attention they crave while at the same time showing owners just how much they love them. They are strong athletic and graceful cats that boasts wonderful glossy coats. Males tend to be quite a bit larger than their female counterparts but both are loyal and affectionate which are just two of the reasons why the Burmese has remained such a popular companion and family pet throughout the ages.

The Cornish Rex is a delightful cat and one that boasts a playful affectionate nature. They are small to medium in size and have a very unusual crinkly coat wide head and lovely curly whiskers. They are known to be extremely intelligent with a bit of a mischievous streak in them and they retain their kitten-like traits well into their senior years. Many owners say that sharing a home with a Cornish Rex is like living with a dog thanks to the fact their feline friends follow them about from room to room and love nothing more than retrieving toys.

The Devon Rex is small to medium in size with a very distinctive look. They have large eyes and high cheek bones that add to their overall endearing pixie-like looks. They also boast lovely soft wrinkly coats that are extremely velvety to the touch. On top of their unique looks the Devon Rex boasts having a kind playful nature which when paired to their intelligence has made them a popular family pet and companion albeit it a rather mischievous

The Russian is the aristocrat of the feline world with their shimmering coats and graceful elegant looks. They boast having incredible emerald green eyes which contrast supremely well with a cat's coat colour. Russians also have very endearing smiles on their faces which is another reason why these medium size cats have found their way into the hearts and homes of people throughout the world and they have done so for decades. Russians are also well known for being highly intelligent and for the fact they thrive in a home environment forming strong bonds with their owners and families which makes them such wonderful companions and family pets.

For decades the Siamese has consistently been one of the most popular breeds on the planet and for good reason. These charming blue eyed cats are not only extremely attractive but they boast being wonderful companions and family pets more especially for people who spend a lot of time at home. The Siamese is well known for being one of the most talkative felines around and will happily hold a long conversation with their owners whenever they can. They are athletic lithe medium size cats that thrive on human company and don't particularly like being left on their own for any length of time.