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In the late 19th century, cat breeding began in Great Britain. At the same time, the breeding of the British domestic cat also started. The strongest individuals were selected and, by crossbreeding them with Persian cats, today’s show standard and many beautiful color variations were achieved. And so, the ordinary domestic cat became a beautiful breed called the British Shorthair.

Today, the British cat is one of the most popular breeds in Europe and is available in many different colors.

The British Shorthair develops slowly, and it can take up to three years for the cat to reach its final appearance. 

The ideal British Shorthair has a strong, well-balanced, and compact body structure. It is a medium to large-sized cat with a solid, muscular build. The chest is broad, shoulders are powerful, and the legs are short to medium in length with strong boning and rounded paws. The tail is thick at the base, medium in length, and ends in a rounded tip.

The head is large and round with full cheeks and a firm chin, giving a well-developed, broad-faced appearance. The nose is short, straight, and wide, with a gentle curve but no stop. The ears are small, rounded at the tips, and set far apart to emphasize the roundness of the head.

The eyes are large, round, and set wide apart. Eye color varies by coat color but is typically deep copper or orange in most varieties. Green eyes are typical in golden and silver tipped cats, and blue eyes are seen in colorpoints.

The coat is one of the breed’s most distinctive features: short, dense, and plush, with a crisp texture that stands away from the body. It should never be soft, silky, or lying flat.

Overall, the British Shorthair should present a powerful yet gentle appearance, with a calm and dignified expression.

Description of the Ideal British Shorthair Appearance