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British Shorthair kittens for sale in Dnipro

British Shorthair kittens at the Murtown cattery in Dnipro, Ukraine: 1 kitten available, price from $1,500 to $2,500. Photos of every kitten, book online in a minute, transport across Ukraine.

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Kitten Ярило, ns 22 61 — black silver tabby, blue eyes, photo 1

British Shorthair kittens for sale

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  • Kitten Ярило, ns 22 61 — black silver tabby, blue eyes, photo 1Available

    Ярило

    ns 22 61 — black silver tabby, blue eyes

    Breed
    British Shorthair
    Sex
    Boy
    Age
    4 mo
    Price
    from $1,500
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British Shorthair kittens: price and how to buy

How much do British Shorthair kittens cost?
Right now British Shorthair kittens at the Murtown cattery cost from $1,500 to $2,500. The exact price is on each kitten’s page: as a pet, without breeding rights, and, where offered, with breeding rights.
Why do the pet and breeding prices differ?
A kitten sold as a pet moves in as a companion, without breeding rights. The price with breeding rights is higher because that kitten goes to breeding work. When the cattery offers both, both prices are shown on the kitten’s page.
How do I buy a kitten?
Pick a kitten in the catalogue and send a request on the site or in the cattery’s Telegram bot — no sign-up needed. We’ll get in touch, answer your questions and reserve the kitten for you.
What documents does a kitten come with?
Each kitten’s page shows what is already done before the move: age-appropriate vaccinations, a vet passport, deworming, a microchip and a pedigree.
Can I take a kitten to another city or country?
The cattery is in Dnipro, Ukraine. Transport to another city in Ukraine or abroad is arranged individually when you reserve.
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British Shorthair: temperament and traits

Origins and recognition. The British Shorthair is one of Britain's oldest breeds, descended from ordinary shorthaired cats that may have arrived with the Romans. Its forerunners appeared at the first cat show, organised by the artist Harrison Weir at London's Crystal Palace on 13 July 1871. After both world wars breeders rebuilt the breed using Persian and other outcrosses. The CFA granted it championship status in May 1980, and it is the most popular pedigree breed registered with the UK's GCCF.

The plush coat and its colours. It is a sturdy cat with a round head and big round eyes. The short, dense coat has a thick undercoat and stands away from the body, giving the famous plush feel. The classic colour is blue with copper eyes, but the breed also comes in white, black, lilac, chocolate, tortoiseshell, bicolour, tabby, colourpoint and tipped silver or golden. Persian outcrosses left a longhair gene, so longhaired kittens sometimes appear in litters. The British Longhair was recognised by FIFe in 2017 and given GCCF championship status in 2021, and TICA and WCF recognise it too.

Temperament and who it suits. Calm, patient and affectionate without being demanding, a British cat likes to be near its people but often dislikes being carried. Quiet and happy in a flat, it suits families with children who handle pets gently and first-time owners. Playful kittens grow into more sedate adults; the breed matures slowly, sometimes taking up to five years to reach full size, and males are much bigger than females.

Care and weight. Weekly combing is enough for the short coat, more during moulting, while the longhair needs it several times a week or daily. A slow metabolism and relaxed nature make weight gain easy, so measure food, weigh your cat regularly and play every day. Adult males weigh about 4–8 kg, females 3–5.5 kg.

Health and choosing a kitten. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a thickening of the heart walls, is discussed in the breed; there is no DNA test for it in British Shorthairs, so careful breeders screen breeding cats with heart ultrasound. Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is linked to the Persian ancestry, and DNA testing has helped keep it under control. Regular vet check-ups help spot problems early. When choosing a British Shorthair kitten, look beyond the price: meet the kitten and its mother in person or on video, ask for the documents and the parents' health checks, and sign a contract.

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