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Cat breed · Shorthair

Exotic Shorthair

Essentially a shorthaired Persian: the same sweet, quiet nature with far less coat care, but the same flat-faced health concerns.

Medium12–15 yearsUnited StatesCan suit apartments

Breed characteristics

Group
Shorthair
Origin
United States
Size
Medium
Weight
3–6 kg (7–14 lb)
Height
25–30 cm
Lifespan
12–15 years
Coat
Short, dense and plush
Temperament
PlacidAffectionateQuietGentle

History

Created in the 1950s by crossing Persians with American Shorthairs.

Appearance

Round face, short muzzle and a dense teddy-bear coat.

Exercise and activity

Short gentle play sessions; not an athletic cat.

Care and grooming

Brush weekly, wipe eyes daily and keep the home cool in summer.

Health considerations

  • Brachycephalic airway problems
  • Polycystic kidney disease
  • Excessive tearing
  • Dental malocclusion
  • Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

Honest challenges

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