🐈 CatsBritish Longhair
Felis catus
✨ Fun Fact
British Longhairs resulted from crosses between British Shorthairs and Persians after WWII, when the breed was nearly lost.
The longhaired variant of the British Shorthair, with the same stocky, cobby body and plush, dense coat — but semi-long. Calm, dignified, and undemanding. Excellent family companions with a soft, gentle nature.
🏷️ Breed
British Longhair
💭 Temperament
Calm, dignified, gentle, affectionate, undemanding, loyal
📏 Size
Medium-Large (4-8.2 kg)
⏳ Lifespan
12-16 years
🎨 Colors
Blue, black, white, cream, red, silver tabby, and many others
🌍 Origin
United Kingdom
🏠 Habitat
Indoor; adaptable; regular grooming required for the semi-long coat
🍽️ Diet
Quality balanced diet; moderate to prevent obesity on stocky frame