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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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British Shorthair cats 🏆 Amazing Golden NY12 BSH Boy 🏆 - Advert 1
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🏆 Amazing Golden NY12 BSH Boy 🏆

British Shorthair

10 monthsAge
1Sex
£3,000Price

We have for sale Hugo who is a BRI ny12 who we imported from one of the top catteries in the Ukraine. He is absolutely gorgeous, very chunky and still growing His pedigree has Champions, International

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YarmStockton-on-Tees (41.4mi)
5.0
British Shorthair cats Top quality stunning British shorthair silvers - Advert 2
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Top quality stunning British shorthair silvers

British Shorthair

4 monthsAge
31Sex
£1,250Price

We have four beautiful GCCF non active registered Black Silver Tabby British Shorthairs (x1 female x2 males) and a Blqck Silver Spotty (male) kittens available to a special forever home(s). All are

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DriffieldEast Riding of Yorkshire (19mi)
British Shorthair cats Only 1 remaining kitten lilac & white Male - Advert 3
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Only 1 remaining kitten lilac & white Male

British Shorthair

8 weeksAge
31Sex
£800Price

Beautiful pure bred British Shorthair babies 🐾 Mother is grey and cream torti GCCF registered British Shorthair. 💗 Father is lilac and white bi coloured GCCF registered British Shorthair. 💙 1 hea

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MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough (39.2mi)
5.0
British Shorthair cats Fiona British short hair mixed breed female  - Advert 4
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Fiona British short hair mixed breed female

British Shorthair

11 monthsAge
11Sex
£50Price

She is 10 months old .Really friendly ,cuddly .Unfortunately my other cat isn’t really liking her .She is good with kids and potty trained .Eats well .

HullKingston upon Hull (35.5mi)
British Shorthair cats Female 2/3 year old - Advert 5
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Female 2/3 year old

British Shorthair

2 yearsAge
1Sex
£80Price

She was abandoned and we took her in however we already have a few cats so we would like to find her a home. She is super affectionate and loves attention/cuddles. Flead and wormed.

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HullKingston upon Hull (35.5mi)
British Shorthair cats Black and white kittens  - Advert 6
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Black and white kittens

British Shorthair

14 weeksAge
32Sex
£60Price

Black and white kittens ready for new homes Super friendly and very cute. All eating fine and using litter tray with no issues. Fleaed with frontline and wormed with panacur. Cat food and litter pr

ScarboroughNorth Yorkshire (0.2mi)

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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.