British Longhair

All the Charm. A Little More Coat.

The British Longhair carries all the qualities that make the British Shorthair so beloved — the round face, the calm nature, the deep loyalty, the plush build — and adds a beautiful, flowing semi-long coat that sets them apart as something truly special. If the British Shorthair is a classic, the British Longhair is its most elegant expression.

Appearance

British Longhairs share the same sturdy, well-proportioned build as their Shorthair counterparts, with a broad round head, full cheeks, and large vivid eyes. Their coat is semi-long, dense, and silky — flowing gracefully without the extreme length that requires intensive daily grooming. It is a coat that is both beautiful and liveable.

British Longhairs come in the same rich variety of colours and patterns as the British Shorthair, including bicolor, colorpoint, golden, silver shaded, tabby, and more.

Temperament

The British Longhair is gentle, calm, and deeply affectionate. Like the British Shorthair, they tend to be even-tempered and adaptable — wonderful with families, children, and other pets. They are present and loving without being demanding, and they bring a quiet, steady warmth to every home they join.

Living with a British Longhair

British Longhairs are well suited to indoor living and thrive when they feel safe and loved. Their coat benefits from regular brushing a few times a week to keep it looking its beautiful best and to minimize tangles — a grooming routine that most British Longhairs come to enjoy with patience and early introduction.