Cat breed · British Shorthair

For a calm cat that gains weight quietly

British Shorthairs are placid, dense-coated and notably prone to putting on weight, a combination that makes portion-aware food and play that actually gets them moving the two things worth investing in.

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British ShorthairStocky, calm, weight-watch
SizeMedium
Weight4-8 kg
CoatDense short coat
EnergyLow energy
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What to watch for

Breed tendencies, not diagnoses. Anything persistent is a conversation with your vet first.

  1. 01Weight

    A famously laid-back cat with a solid build gains weight easily. Measured portions and interactive play matter.

  2. 02Coat density

    The plush coat is short but very dense: weekly brushing keeps shedding and hairballs down.

  3. 03Heart

    The breed has a documented predisposition to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy; worth mentioning at annual checks.

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Picked for the British Shorthair

Chosen with this breed's size, coat and appetite in mind, from what we stock today.

Everyday food for cats. Nothing here is breed-specific.