British Shorthair Kittens for sale

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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Barnstaple, Devon (48.4mi)

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Our gorgeous British Shorthair kittens are now looking for their loving forever homes. They have been raised in our busy family home and are full of character, playful, affectionate and very well soci

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Newton Abbot, Devon (25.6mi)

Our beautiful girl had a stunning litter of bicolours mum and dad can be seen with the kittens The kittens will leave very well loved used to other pets and children and full of confidence for the fo

I have 6 adorable kittens ready to go to their new forever homes from 2nd May 2026. The kittens are healthy, confident, playful bundles of joy that have been raised in my household and handled and cud

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Par, Cornwall (24.9mi)

My beautiful chocolate colour point queen has had five beautiful chocolate colour point kittens with my lilac colour point Boy. Mum and dad are both GCCF registered. These scrumptious chocolate box k

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Newton Abbot, Devon (25.6mi)

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We are now taking reservations for our beautiful British Shorthair kittens. We have available blue boys and girls and blue/white bi-colour boys and girls. Mum is our beloved pet and dad is a handsome

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Cullompton, Devon (46.4mi)

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5 weeksAge

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We are offering three adorable British Shorthair girls who will steal your heart with their plush coats, round faces, and calm, affectionate personalities. These kittens make perfect companions for fa

Plymouth, Plymouth (0.3mi)

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Saint Austell, Cornwall (28.5mi)

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🏡 Beautiful GCCF Registered British Shorthair and longhair Kittens We are proud to offer a beautiful litter of GCCF-registered British Shorthair kittens, raised with love in our licensed, family-r

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Saint Austell, Cornwall (28.5mi)

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Plymouth, Plymouth (0.3mi)

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6 month cat for sale through no fault of her own currently in Foster home as dog kept attacking her. Loving cuddly cat.

Torquay, Torbay (27.6mi)

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* WE CAN HELP WITH ******Y * * WILL BE NEUTERED BY OUR VET BEFORE LEAVING HOME Champion sired pedigree Blue British Shorthair kitten (Female) available 💙♀️ Ready to leave now This beautiful girl is c

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Bideford, Devon (44.1mi)

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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