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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 GCCF

British Shorthair

6 weeksAge
33Sex
£1,200Price

British Shorthair Available (Pet only) GCCF pedigree will be wormed and fleaed and 2 sets of vaccinations vet checked 4 cream boys Biscuit green collar Loki black collar Dobby no collar Kovu red collar 1 lilac (reserved) girl Lady Luna 1 rare colour point girl Nala The colour point girl will cost more than the boys for obvious reasons only message if genuine int

TayportFife (0.7mi)
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RED BRITISH SHORTHAIR KITTENS

British Shorthair

6 daysAge
31Sex
£1,000Price

My beautiful red British short hair queen gave birth to 4 beautiful babies. Dad is a beautiful red British short hair too. They all live in my busy family home and are constantly getting lots of care and attention, we all love playing with them and I like to make sure they leave here confident and loving caring kittens. They are all registered with the GCCF and will come w

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Newport-on-TayFife (2.7mi)
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Beautiful British Shorthair-white collar girl left

British Shorthair

13 weeksAge
12Sex
£900Price

3 kittens available for sale. Eating dry food and litter trained Will come fully vaccinated and microchipped Not registered however dad has papers but mum doesn’t but British shorthair purebred Please only genuine interest 2nd vaccine is on 16th March so is available to pick up after that or if you prefer do your own 2nd vaccine then before that

LivingstonWest Lothian (44.8mi)
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GCCF BRITISH SHORTHAIR KITTENS

British Shorthair

1 weekAge
22Sex
£1,000Price

My beautiful lilac/white Harley Quinn British short hair queen has given birth to 4 beautiful kittens. There is one solid lilac, one light mum lilac /white Harley Quinn, one solid blue and one blue/ white Harley Quinn. Dad is a solid blue gorgeous male. I have been showing him and he is now a grand champion. They have both made beautiful and chunky little kittens. They all

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Newport-on-TayFife (2.7mi)
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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.