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.

British Shorthair
We adopted this beautiful BSH lilac girl in April 2024 and was told she was about 5 years old, she was a breeding cat and kept in a solo cattery in the back garden, due to this she is not the cuddly t

British Shorthair
We have a gorgeous litter of British Shorthair kittens born on 30 September 2025. They have been raised in a loving home environment, well-socialised, playful, and used to everyday household noise. �

British Shorthair
2 black kittens gone now just the tabby one left 1 tabby cat fluffy All cats are very loving n playful they are good with other animals All three to go together £100 or £35 each for the black cats
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.