British Shorthair vs British Longhair Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	British Shorthair	British Longhair
Origins	United Kingdom	United Kingdom
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Group	Natural	Natural
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica	British Longhair Variant, British Semi-Longhair, Longhair British, Britannica (European), Lowlander (United States)
Price Which one is cheaper, British Shorthair vs British Longhair cat?	$1,500 to $3,000	$800 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership	Moderate	Moderate
Breed Recognition	The International Cat Association (TICA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, British Shorthair or British Longhair cat?	Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.	Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight Which is heavier, British Shorthair or British Longhair cat?	Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds	Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 16 pounds
Bite Force	Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type	Cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.	Cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape	Medium Rounded Wide-set	Medium Rounded Wide-set
Eye Color	Gold Copper	Gold Copper
Hair Color and Pattern	Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.	Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat What is the difference between British Shorthair and British Longhair coats?	Short Hair	Dense, Straight
Leg Lenght	Medium	Medium
Whisker Length	Medium	Medium
Musculature	Muscular	Robust
Head Shape	Round	Round
Toe Count	5 front 4 back	5 front 4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation	Round	Round
Night Vision
Paw Size	Medium	Medium
Nose Structure	Button	Button
Neck Length	Medium	Medium
Fur Texture	Soft Curled	Fine Short Silky
Bone Density	Medium	Medium
Flexibility	High	High
Bone Structure	Robust	Fine
Tail Length	Long and Tapered	Plumed
Sleep Patterns	Active Less Sleep	Active Less Sleep

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span	Long, enjoys calm activities	Short to moderate, relaxed and calm
Guarding Instinct	High	Moderate
Protection Instincts	High	Moderate
Climbing Ability	Moderate	Moderate
Jumping Ability	Moderate	Moderate
Swimming Ability	Poor	Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability	Moderate	Moderate

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Health Comparison

Litter Size	2-4 Kittens	2-4 Kittens
Special Needs	Low maintenance Independent	Affectionate High grooming
Breeding	Easy to breed, large litter size	Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences	High protein, wet food	Low fat, high protein
Solo Time Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Noise Sensitivity	Moderate	Low
Genetic Diversity	Moderate	Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes	Medium sensitivity	Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation	High	Moderate
Feeding Schedule	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Twice a day Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level	Moderate	Low
Exercise Needs	Medium	Medium
Life Expectancy Do British Shorthair cats live longer than British Longhair?	12-17 years	12-15 years
Energy Level Which is more energetic, British Shorthair vs British Longhair cat?	The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.	The British Longhair cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic Which cat is hypoallergenic, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	No British Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.	No British Longhair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues Which cat is healthier, British Shorthair vs British Longhair?	Low Very healthy cat breed.	Low Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Climate	Temperate	Temperate
Cold Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Heat Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Breeding Difficulty	Easy	Medium

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations	Soft and gentle meows	Quiet and calm meows
Interaction With Other Pets	Good, calm and tolerant	Moderate, can be reserved
Facial Expression	Calm and easygoing	Calm and gentle
Tail Behavior	Gentle swaying when calm	Calm tail, rarely flicks
Explorer Instincts	Moderate	Moderate
Attention Needs	Low	Moderate
Protectiveness	High	Moderate
Territoriality	High	Moderate
Independence	High	Moderate
Response To Commands	Moderate	Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life	High	High
Hunting Drive	Moderate	Moderate
Play Style	Playful Gentle Calm	Playful Gentle Calm
Escape Tendencies	Low	Moderate
Curiosity	Moderate	Moderate
Hunting Skills	Moderate ⏺️	Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers	Cautious	Cautious
Stalking Behavior	Moderate	Moderate
Aggression Level	Low	Moderate
Training Difficulty	Moderate	Moderate
Agility	Moderate	Moderate
Travel Compatibility	Medium	Low
Activity	Moderately Active	Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals	Playful Medium	Playful Medium
Household Noise Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Playfulness	Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness.	Active Adventurer. British Longhair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability	Moderately Trainable: British Shorthair cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.	Difficult to Train: British Longhair cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat Which cat is lap type, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.	No This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament Which one has a better personality, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	Affectionate	Affectionate
Adaptability Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?	British Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	British Longhair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate cat breed: British Shorthair vs British Longhair?	Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.	High: British Longhair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly Which cat is more kid-friendly, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.	The British Longhair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly Which cat is more dog-friendly, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	Very dog-friendly: British Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.	Very dog-friendly: British Longhair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence Which cat is smarter, British Shorthair vs British Longhair?	Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.	Outstanding: British Longhair is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs Which cat is more social, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.	Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly Which cat is more stranger friendly, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.	Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization Which cat is the loudest, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.	Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding	Moderate	High
Grooming Tools Needed	Brush Nail Clipper Comb	Brush Nail Clipper Comb
Dental Care	High	Moderate
Grooming Which is easier to groom, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the British Shorthair coat in good condition.	High Maintenance This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding Which cat sheds less, British Shorthair or British Longhair?	Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average.	Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding.

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British Shorthair vs British Longhair Cat Breed Comparison

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Special Abilities Comparison

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Health Comparison

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

British Shorthair vs British Longhair Grooming Comparison

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