British Shorthair's
Discussion
We've been without a cat since our beloved bubbles passed away a little over 12 months ago now and we feel that it's now time to bring a new member into our family. We've got 3 children, the youngest being 3 and I think that most family homes are completed with a pet. I can't dedicate the time to a Labrador right now (I've had a couple in the past - RIP Ben and Mac) and can't see myself owning another breed of dog, so I will get another Labrador eventually. The missus and I have wanted a British Shorthair (blue) for some time now and I was wondering if there were any PHers that had them and can offer me any advice on owning one. I know that they are renowned for their excellent temperament and that they like their creature comforts...think Garfield! I've a couple of local breeders in mind that I'm waiting a response from and I'm hoping to pick up a kitten that's 12 weeks old and will have received it's innoculations.
Any advice on keeping a BSH would be very much welcome, what they like/dislike, as would of course pictures of your own.
Any advice on keeping a BSH would be very much welcome, what they like/dislike, as would of course pictures of your own.
I've a BSH bi colour (white and blue) he doesn't fit the typical personality of BSH's 
he likes his claws and only happy to be stroked on his terms. He is typical in that he's a lazy fat sod.
My sister has had two that are lovely personalities and two that are very independent and as far from lap cats as you can get.
Mine although he's a shorthair loses loads of fluff, clothes are covered in fur and he hates being brushed so gets matted at times.
Probably not quite what you wanted to hear but in his own way he's lovely and definitely a gorgeous cat.
he likes his claws and only happy to be stroked on his terms. He is typical in that he's a lazy fat sod. My sister has had two that are lovely personalities and two that are very independent and as far from lap cats as you can get.
Mine although he's a shorthair loses loads of fluff, clothes are covered in fur and he hates being brushed so gets matted at times.
Probably not quite what you wanted to hear but in his own way he's lovely and definitely a gorgeous cat.
Archer is 16 months, very affectionate, but very greedy with his food, and quick to voice his displeasure if something does not please him! He is quite adventurous, a little mischievous, and maybe a bit spoilt but definitely a character. Get one from a reputable breeder and you won't regret it!
Guys, many thanks for your replies. Not sure how I didn't see them until just now! K77, you havent put me off.
I'm struggling to get responses from breeders at the moment, strangely. I've a friend who has one and she is putting me in touch with the breeder that her car was sourced from. Will keep you informed of developments.
I'm struggling to get responses from breeders at the moment, strangely. I've a friend who has one and she is putting me in touch with the breeder that her car was sourced from. Will keep you informed of developments.
the_stoat said:
I too am considering a short hair as my recently deceased moggy was a Short Hair cross and he was awesome. I was wanting the laid back back nature Short Hairs are famed for.
K 77 CTR did your sister's ones all come from the same breeder?
Sorry to hear about the recent loss of your cat. K 77 CTR did your sister's ones all come from the same breeder?
I hope you get fixed up soon. 
Pique said:
Archer is 16 months, very affectionate, but very greedy with his food, and quick to voice his displeasure if something does not please him! He is quite adventurous, a little mischievous, and maybe a bit spoilt but definitely a character. Get one from a reputable breeder and you won't regret it!
That is one smug looking cat ! 
K77 CTR said:
My BSH has become very vocal since he's returned from the cattery, he's normally very quiet.
Oddly my now deceased shorthair cross did the same and remained vocal. He also started grumbling all the way down the stairs when put downstairs for the night. I have now been in touch with a breeder and hope to have a blue or lilac male in a few months
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