American shorthair cat | Facts & Information

Temperament: intelligent, active, curious, friendly

The history of the American Shorthair cat begins in 1620 when pilgrims on the ship Mayflower had cats on board to protect their supplies.

They left the UK and took the British Shorthair to North America. Meanwhile the breed has undergone some changes by mating with local cats.

Hunting skills made sailors appreciate them for the effectiveness with which they caught mice and rats.

In 1895, the American Shorthair cat appeared at the first contest organized for feline lovers, and the breed was officially recognized in 1906.

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Appearance American Shorthair Cat

It has a muscular and strong body, short ears, a round head and is fluffy. Large and alert eyes are of different colors from yellow to green.

Short fur almost does not need maintenance.

It comes in 80 colors and designs including solid, Brindle, calico, and others. Calico is a tri-color variation (tricolor) in which most specimens are female.

The colors that have made it popular and in which it can be found the most are gray with black.

At maturity it reaches the weight of 7-8 kg. Males are larger and heavier than females.

Behavior American Shorthair Cat

She's very good at catching mice. It is recommended for beginners or people who have never had cats before.

He quickly adapts with his family and becomes an excellent companion. She is intelligent and easy to train. He can learn new tricks easily.

He gets along well with children and other animals (including dogs) and socializes with everyone. She likes to sit in the arms of her Masters, be comforted and sleep with them.

It can be brushed weekly to help the cat remove dead hair. Frequent bathing is not recommended for cats. American Shorthair is not water-loving, so they appreciate if they bathe as rarely as possible, especially if they live indoors.

Features American Shorthair Cat

Has a strong hunting instinct

It is not a picky cat, it requires almost no care at all. Occasionally, ears and nails should be checked. Usually nails are cut every 2-4 weeks, depending on how big they are.

She is prone to obesity. It is recommended to measure the amount of food and feed twice a day, preferably in the morning and in the evening.

American Shorthair Cat Diseases

American Shorthair is a healthy and robust breed without major health problems.

The most common condition is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

American Shorthair cat is deknown for its long life for almost 20 years.