Abyssinian

The Abyssinian is a sleek, energetic breed known for its ticked coat and active, curious nature.

3-5 kg

Weight (kg)

20-25 cm

Height (cm)

12-15 years

Life Expectancy

Breed Group

Ethiopia

ORIGIN

Physical
Shedding Level %

coat grooming frequency %

HYPOALLERGENIC RATING %

General Care

Minimal grooming, enjoys attention

Short, Dense

COAT TYPE

Short

COAT LENGTH
Personality
Energy Level %

Trainability Level %

Mental Stimulation Needs %

Exercise Needs

Low
Social
openness to strangers %

adaptability level %

playfulness level %

Lifestyle

Enjoys lounging but also playtime
Family
Affectionate with family %

good with young children %

good with other dogs %

good with cats %

Temperament

Calm, Friendly, Easygoing
Health
health rating %

Top health issues

Breed Health

Generally healthy
History
Breed History

British Shorthairs are one of the oldest cat breeds in the UK, known for their plush coat and round face.

See KUSA Breed Standards

Shedding Level %

coat grooming frequency %

HYPOALLERGENIC RATING %

General Care

Minimal grooming, enjoys attention

Short, Dense

COAT TYPE

Short

COAT LENGTH

Energy Level %

Trainability Level %

Mental Stimulation Needs %

Exercise Needs

Low

openness to strangers %

adaptability level %

playfulness level %

Lifestyle

Enjoys lounging but also playtime

Affectionate with family %

good with young children %

good with other dogs %

good with cats %

Temperament

Calm, Friendly, Easygoing

health rating %

Top health issues

Breed Health

Generally healthy

Breed History

British Shorthairs are one of the oldest cat breeds in the UK, known for their plush coat and round face.

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