British Longhair Cats

The lovable British Longhair Cats

Description:

The British Longhair cat breed, also called the Lowlander cat breed, is the fulfillment of a dream among cat fanciers: to once again have a native longhaired cat breed, after the traditional longhaired British cat breed, the Persian cat breed, developed into a very different feline. Today, though still not a hugely popular cat breed, these cats are beloved for their pleasant tempers.

Personality:

They are known as easy to get along with, and generally not so loud. While not extremely playful, they are generally able to have fun and find things to do. They can also be affectionate with people and other cats.

Physical Description:

• Head: round and broad
• Ears: short
• Eyes: round, big
• Body: medium-sized with broad chests
• Legs: short
• Paws: round
• Tail: short and thick

Generally, British Longhair cats have the same physical characteristics as British Shorthair cats, with the only difference in fur length. Thus, British Longhairs have long fur. The further description of Lowlanders resembles the British Shorthair pretty much. They also have a broad chest and a short, muscled back. Their building looks stocky and sturdy. The paws are short with round feet. The tail is thick and either short or average in length. Chubby cheeks make their head look more round; the short, thick and muscled neck complements this overall round look. The chin is well developed and solid. British Longhairs have short, widely set ears. The eyes are large and round, as well as the head. Their colour depends on the colouration. The nose looks short and wide.

Males weigh 5 to 10 kg

females weigh up to 5-7 kg.

Temperament:

As well as British Shorthairs, Lowlanders are affectionate and adaptable cats. They have a soft temperament and are usually friendly. Lowlander kittens are as playful as kittens of other breeds until they are around one or two years old. This means that adult Lowlanders do not strive for being in the centre of attention; they are less active than, for example, the Bengal or Abyssinian. However, British Longhairs do have a character of their own: if they don't like something, they will unambiguously let you know about it.

Health:

 Lowlanders are generally healthy. But, as well as British Longhairs, can be prone to obesity if neutered or kept as indoor cats only.

History:

The British Longhair cat breed brings a native long-haired cat breed back to Britain. The original British longhaired cats were cross-bred with foreign longhair cats. The result, was, arguably the Persian, which grew in size over the course of the early twentieth century, developing longer and thicker fur, until it no longer resembled the original longhaired British cats. In fact, when a shorthaired Persian cat breed, called the Exotic Shorthair, was developed, it no longer resembled the British Shorthair. So, cat fanciers decided to go back to their roots and create a breed of cat that resembled the classic British type of short-haired cat.



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