British Longhair Cat Breed

BRITISH LONGHAIR, CLASSY EQUANIMITY

This is not a new breed of cats, the breed appeared in the early 20th century. British Shorthair cats often give birth to Longhair kittens, as a result of breeding them with a Persian cats.

The first experiments on crossing these breeds began in England back in 1915-1916. The result of this crossing - shorthair cats developed a long hair gene (recessive).

To avoid details of genetics, a simple way to put it - longhaired kittens are born only when both parents are carriers of the above-mentioned gene.

British Longhair

By its popularity British Longhair outperform their Shorthair fellows, and the number of nurseries engaged in breeding of British Longhair is growing.

              Appearance:

British Longhair cat looks no different from the British Shorthair. The only difference - the length of the coat.

                Character:

The main advantage of the British Longhair cats - is their disposition, it is one of the most affectionate cats. True aristocrats, very educated, kind, gentle, patient. They quickly learn the rules of conduct. They will understand what kind of behavior you expect from them, after a few "don't do that" comments in a firm tone.

Intelligence and tact is in their blood. Absolutely not touchy, though wayward. If you hurt them, they will spend some time in secluded place, and then will come back to cuddle with you, quickly forgetting all the insults.

British Longhair cats will not hang on the curtains, scratch the furniture or dig in a flower pot. It is not permissible activities for their education. They can be safely left alone at home, and you don't need to be afraid that your vases and figurines will be on the floor, and new shoes will be chewed.

The most interesting thing that the British Longhair have good manners from infancy. You don't really have to teach them. But, of course, during active games British Longhair cats can sometimes go beyond the line of permissiveness. In the process of chasing their prey, British Longhair might jump on the curtain, if it is the only way to catch their "target".

Very inquisitive cats, they definitely need to sniff everything you bring to the house, or check the contents of shelves and cabinets. "What if there's something new". But they will do it carefully so as not to damage anything.

British Longhair cats don't need constant attention of the owner, they feel comfortable staying alone and will not bore you.

They get along well with all other pets, won't even think about catching the fish that you have in the tank, or a parrot in the cage. Can be safely left with children, even the smallest.

British Longhair cats are very calm in any situation, whether it be a visit to the vet, or participation in an exhibition.

Care:

Despite their long-hair, they don't require any special care for their fur. Their fur does not shed and doesn't fall down. But this applies only to pure-blooded Brits.

Health:

British Longhair cats have a good mental and physical health. Life expectancy - up to 20 years. The only drawback - they love eating very much, and obesity may bring a lot of health problems.