British Shorthair Kittens for sale in Swanage, Dorset

35 British Shorthair Kittens for sale in Swanage, Dorset

British Shorthair Cats are renowned for their easygoing temperament and robust physique. Hailing from the UK, these cats are recognized for their sturdy stature, making them ideal as playful yet gentle family pets. The breed flaunts thick, plush coats in various colors, the most iconic being the 'British Blue' - a dense blue-grey coat. However, 'colorpoint', 'tabby', and 'tortoiseshell' patterns are also common in shades of cream, black, and white. Despite their substantial size, they are famous for their docile, calm nature, making them suitable for apartments and homes with children or other pets. Famously independent, British Shorthairs require minimal grooming and enjoy a balance of interaction and solitude.

Read our British Shorthair Buying Advice page for information on this cat breed.

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British Shorthair cats READY Champion lines Blue Golden BSH - Advert 1

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READY Champion lines Blue Golden BSH

£1,400

British Shorthair3 months3

REDUCED TO REHOME this week Home based FreyaGold Cattery in Bournemouth offers 3 lovely champion lines from both parents’ sides, black and blue golden, pure golden bred BSH kittens born 4/8/25, sired by x4 European champion. Memphis - £1400 Classic AY11 boy, very curious, soft thick fur, lovely shades of blue and golden on the sides and head, green eyes, purrs a lot, lo

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5.00

Bournemouth, Dorset(8.8mi)

British Shorthair cats READY 2 Black Golden / Corin BSH boys - Advert 2

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READY 2 Black Golden / Corin BSH boys

£1,200

British Shorthair5 months2

REDUCED TO REHOME this week Home based FreyaGold Cattery in Bournemouth offers 2 lovely champion lines from both parents’ sides, black golden / Corin pure bred BSH kittens born 02/06/25. Ideally we’d like them to live in 1 family and ready to give a good discount. Can be sold as Active to a good registered Cattery. Oregon - £1300 Very light and bright NY12 Corin shade

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Bournemouth, Dorset(8.8mi)

British Shorthair cats British short hair x Scottish fold - Advert 3

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British short hair x Scottish fold

£320

British Shorthair8 weeks31

READY TO LEAVE NOW 🐈😻 Beautiful British Shorthair x Scottish Fold Kittens Our gorgeous litter is now 8 weeks old and ready for their forever homes. Mum: White Scottish Fold (our family pet) Dad: Blue British Shorthair Fold (our family pet) --- Available Kittens 🐾 Folded – Super Fluffy Male – £400 🐾 Folded Tabby Male – £320 🐾 Straight Grey Male – £320 🐾 Straight

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Southampton, Southampton(31.9mi)

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Beautiful British Shorthair Kittens.

£700

British Shorthair9 weeks11

Our beautiful lilac-cream calico Sakura (mum) and handsome lilac colourpoint Shadow (dad) ((both purebred British Shorthairs)) have produced their first litter of stunning, chunky British shorthair ba

Char P.

Winchester, Hampshire(42.1mi)

British Shorthair cats British shorthair blue /tabby kittens - Advert 2

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British shorthair blue /tabby kittens

£950

British Shorthair14 weeks23

***LAST TABBY BOY LEFT *** ***update *** !!!! All kittens now have had their second vaccine and they all now ready to go to lovely families!!!!! Beautiful and affectionate kittens looking for lovin

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Poole, Dorset(7.4mi)

3 days

British Shorthair

£850

British Shorthair13 weeks1

Lovely cream shorthair boy. Playful happy guy.Used to other cats and dog. Bought up in family home.litter trained.vet checked flead wormed regularly. Have vaccination and micro chip by collection dat

Ammmolite cats.

Bournemouth, Dorset(8.8mi)

3 days

Blue Russian Mix

£100

British Shorthair11 weeks22

4 beautiful kittens for sale, they are blue Russian cross. They are very loving playful kittens looking for their forever homes. They are used to children as I have 2 boys and a dog and 3 other cats

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Southampton, Southampton(31.9mi)

5 days

British blue short hair

£499

British Shorthair14 weeks1

Beautiful British Shorthair Kitten – Ready for a Loving Home Born on 18th August, this adorable healthy boy is fully litter trained, dewormed, and raised indoors with lots of love. He’s gentle, playf

Tahir A.

Southampton, Southampton(31.9mi)

6 days

Chunky British Shorthair Kittens Ready to go

£595

British Shorthair5 months2

Chunky GCCF Registered British Shorthair kittens Available. Ready to Go now. GCCF Registered on the non active Register. Vet checked twice before leaving. Flea and Worm treated. Fully Vaccinated. Micr

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Gosport, Hampshire(38.2mi)

6 days

Loveable Kittens

£100

British Shorthair6 months2

Our family pet cat had a litter of 5 kittens back in May (we have father to). 3 were sold and we kept 2 as our own. Due to a planned relocation early next year we need to sell them. Ideally would love

Tim M.

Salisbury, Wiltshire(32.5mi)

British Shorthair cats Gccf British shorthair kittens champion lines 🏆 - Advert 8

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Gccf British shorthair kittens champion lines 🏆

£1,350

British Shorthair8 weeks44

We warmly invite you to reserve a ROSINABLEU’S kitten 🐾 (We have a beautiful light biege lilac boy available) All blues are now sold. Introducing Our New Litter GCCF registered ROSINABLEU’S pure-b

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Salisbury, Wiltshire(32.5mi)

British Shorthair cats Beautiful 1/2 British Shorthair - Advert 9

Licensed Breeder

1 week

Beautiful 1/2 British Shorthair

£200

British Shorthair7 weeks55

We have male and female kittens available Eating Purina kitten food and using the litter tray Mum is very independent and dad is very friendly and cuddly Flea and worm treated correctly since birth

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Eastleigh, Hampshire(35.5mi)

Licensed Breeder

1 week

Ginger British Shorthair kitten

£200

British Shorthair14 weeks11

Ginger British Shorthair kitten 3 months old ready to go to a new home. The are going with microchip.

Liliana L.

Eastleigh, Hampshire(35.5mi)

1 week

Just 1 remaining! Black British Shorthair kittens

£250

British Shorthair14 weeks31

Four beautiful black British Shorthair kittens available. Mum is GCCF registered British Blue Shorthair and dad is black British shorthair. Chunky kittens with lovely temperament. Used to kids and oth

ANNA K.

Andover, Hampshire(46.3mi)

1 week

Last beautiful little British short haired boy

£600

British Shorthair13 weeks1

Last kitten looking for his forever home! Been raised at home with mum & dad.. both parents are full British short hair but mum doesn’t have papers! Dad does…dad is the white cat in last picture! Be

Amy W.

Southampton, Southampton(31.9mi)

British Shorthair cats 4 kittens half British shorthair - Advert 13

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4 kittens half British shorthair

£250

British Shorthair7 weeks31

4 kittens 3 boys 1 girl available Ready to leave 5th December All eating wet food Using litter tray Dark browny black colours with light grey hairs All handled everyday Love cuddles and children

Rachel M.

Southampton, Southampton(31.9mi)

1 week

Our wonderful boy, Ferguson for sale

£350

British Shorthair2 years1

💛 Loving British Shorthair Looking for a New Forever Home – Meet Ferguson 💛 It’s with a heavy heart that we’re looking for a new home for our beautiful British Shorthair boy, Ferguson. He’s 2 years

Brad W.

Bournemouth, Dorset(8.8mi)

1 week

DOMESTIC SHORTHAIR Male - chipped and neutered

£80

British Shorthair1 year1

18 months old. Very sadly re-homing through no fault of his own. He is friendly and independent. He likes to go outside. He is fully healthy checked, up to date on flea and worming and is neutered and

Jodie R.

Havant, Hampshire(45.8mi)

1 week

Cimba & Tom Both male

£50

British Shorthair8 months2

i have 2 male black cats both are well trained unfortunately i moved in small flat so i dont have have enough space for them both are brothers togather there parents already in there new home i have a

Ameer H.

Weymouth, Dorset(21.7mi)

2 weeks

Stunning Blue Bicolour GCCF Registered Kitten

£1,050

British Shorthair10 weeks1

This little lady is absolutely gorgeous, lovely round face, cobby body and amazing dense coat. Cassiopeia is looking for her forever home from the 22nd Dec. She will be registered with the GCCF and

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Havant, Hampshire(45.8mi)

FAQs

Are British Shorthair cats good pets?

British Shorthair cats are regarded as excellent pets due to their friendly, calm, and easy-going temperament. They adapt well to family life, including homes with children and other pets, and are suitable for both houses and apartments, making them great companions for a range of lifestyles.

Do British Shorthair cats like to cuddle?

British Shorthairs typically enjoy being near their owners but are not usually very cuddly or fond of being held or carried. They prefer showing affection in a subtle way, often sitting beside you rather than being lap cats, as their dense fur can make close contact feel warm.

Why are British Shorthair cats expensive?

The expense of British Shorthair cats arises from their purebred status, high demand, and popularity, especially after an increase in pet ownership during the pandemic. Reputable breeders generally charge between £1,500 and £3,300 depending on the cat’s quality, coat pattern, and pedigree.

Do British Shorthair cats shed a lot?

British Shorthairs have a short, dense coat that sheds moderately year-round, with increased shedding during seasonal changes in spring and autumn. Regular brushing is recommended to manage loose hair, prevent matting, and reduce hair around the home.