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BRITISH LONGHAIR

THIS CHUNKY, HANDSOME CAT HAS A LONG, FLOWING COAT

Place of origin UK This cat, known as the Lowlander in the US and the Short, broad
nose
Date of origin 1800s Britanica in Europe, is the longer-haired cousin of the British
Breed registries TICA Shorthair (pp.68–77). The two are identical in body shape,
Weight range 9–18lb (4–8kg) sharing the same sturdy build, massive head, and round face,
Grooming
and both come in the same range of colors. Not all pedigree
cat registries regard the British Longhair as a separate breed.
Colors and patterns Regardless of its official status, this cat makes an excellent
Same colors and pet, since it has a calm, easygoing, people-loving
patterns as recognized
in the British Shorthair. temperament. The long coat
needs moderate grooming
to keep it tangle-free.
Large, round gold
Prominent eyes set well apart
whisker pads
Full neck
ruff Short, thick,
brushlike tail

Skull slightly
flattened between
widely spaced ears
Short, well-
muscled back

Medium-long,
dense cream coat

Long breeches
on hindquarters

Lighter
chest and
underparts

Large,
round paws