British Longhair

These cats have a friendly, balanced and peaceful character which means they get along well with the whole household.
British Longhair adult in black and white

About the British Longhair

British Longhairs are very sociable and like to be with people, particularly their owners. They like playing alone, enjoying themselves in their owner's absence, but they also like to sleep for hours and to be cuddled.

These cats love food and with their sedentary ways can quickly gain weight, so it is important to keep an eye on their rations to make sure they don’t become overweight.

Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from World Cat Congress (WCC)

Breed specifics

Country: United Kingdom
Coat: Long coat
Size category: Medium
Avg life expectancy: 15-17 years
Calm / Sociable / Quiet / Friendly / Even-tempered

Key facts

Needs a lot of grooming
Suited to indoor and outdoor life
Patient with children and other animals

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