Character traits of British cats

British cats, fanned by numerous legends, are the favorites of many people. You will find a description of these graceful animals, their habits, character and recommendations for education in this article.

There is no doubt that the writer L. Carroll in his world famous book “Alice in Wonderland” described the British cat. If you see a graceful animal next to it with a velvet fur coat, an attractive look and a sweet and gentle smile, you will see a true Brit.

This cat breed won the world popularity in the XX century. There are 2 types of British known:

• British Shorthair;
• British Longhair (British Longhair).

Many believe that there are British Fold cats, but it is not. By accepted international standards, there is no such breed, so do not confuse it with the Scottish Fold.

The body of this animal is squat and powerful: broad and muscular chest, back, shoulders, strong and strong legs. The weight of an adult animal can reach 8 kg. Despite the "wrestling" physique, the appearance of the British cat is aristocratic. The animal has a graceful neck and a round, regular-shaped head with lovely cheeks-mesenches and a famous mysterious smile.

Her eyes are large, round, bright yellow, orange or rich green.

British Shorthair - straight. The rounded shape of the animal's ears are not located at the crown, but far apart, and are covered with soft six. The nose of the cats is short, wide, on the bridge of the nose there is a barely noticeable dimple - a sign of a purebred breed. Curvature of the nose in a healthy and purebred animal should also not be.

The British longhair cat differs from its short-haired relative only by its hair length. In the usual sense for us, the wool of representatives of this breed is not the longest. Pile has an average length, which gradually increases from the upper body to the tail of the animal.

Like the British short-haired, the hair of the long-haired cat is soft, velvety with a very thick undercoat, pleasant to the touch. It is not difficult to care for such a cat compared to the Persian breed. Ostinki animal fur never fall into mats, the fight which requires a lot of effort.

Initially, the world community of lovers of these wonderful animals recognized only British cats as true British. Over time, everything changed. The color scheme of their wool is very rich.

Popular options:

• traditional blue
• aristocratic lilac;
• snow-white without the slightest hint of yellowness;
• magic black;
• gourmet chocolate;
• very rare brown color - cinnamon;
• rare fawn;
• beautiful silver;
• no less spectacular gold;
• “Whiskas” with delicate thin dark stripes on a light-silver background (British women of this color became TV screen stars, appearing in an advertisement for the cat food of the same name);
• refined tortoise, most often peculiar to cats;
• Color-point, very reminiscent of the color of Siamese cats;
• motley tabby with tiger patterns;
• Harlequin - a two-color color with a maximum proportion of white, as well as biocolor colors.

In particular honor among the fans of this breed exotic color, reminiscent of chinchilla fur.

A cat that walks by itself is the surest characteristic of the disposition of the representatives of this breed. The British are independent and proud animals, real English aristocrats. They do not like fuss and noise around themselves, obsessive attention and excessive caress.

Despite such a wayward character, the cat has a lot of advantages for which breeders appreciate and value it.

The animal is characterized by great devotion and love for its owners. During separation from loved ones, cats may not show it and behave as usual, but the long-awaited meeting will be stormy and joyful.

For this, the British are called companion cats. In English they are restrained in emotions, but kind and loving in their hearts.

Patience is one of the main virtues of these cats. They may not allow much in relation to themselves, but they are able to endure long and hard. The British indulgently treat small children, especially long-haired British. No matter how the “little torturers” mock the animals, it will endure all the tricks of the little ones.

These animals are friendly to others, avoid conflicts, quarrels with the household and their fellows. They will be happy to take part in children's games, they are very peaceful with respect to dogs, they will never touch the bird living in the house, the hamster, the fish.

The British calmly treat strangers, do not have the habit of suddenly attacking guests, showing aggression. If the guest does not like the cat, she will rather express with her kind complete indifference to him, but will not show discontent with the visitor.

Cats quickly learn to order, learn to walk on a tray without any problems and do not allow missteps. "Nodo" by the cat may, to express their outrage for some reason. Kittens living with their mother are also quickly accustomed to order, adopting good habits from them.

The cat will quickly understand "what is good and what is bad." If a kitten gets used to doing what you don’t like, it will be difficult to wean him away from bad manners: the British are very stubborn.

Stubbornness - one of the qualities that are not happy owners. If the cat is unhappy, does not want to do what you require, you can not get anything from her. In response, the animal may be offended and angry, refuse to eat and not wish to communicate with you.

Insult British cat remembers for a long time. You will already forget about the quarrel, and the animal remembers this and seizes the moment to “revenge” you. The best solution is to solve all problems with kindness and affection.

British women are considered less vindictive and more affectionate than boys. They are more playful and sociable. British boys are very attached to their family, and strangers in the house are not welcome and can express their discontent.

If you think that the "British aristocratic" haughty and clumsy, then deeply mistaken. The behavior of members of this breed often depends on their mood. If the cat is healthy, she is active and cheerful, loves to communicate with others, sit on her hands, caress and play.

The British love and sleep well. Sometimes the cat is inaudible and not visible for 20 hours. The owners are knocked down in search of the missing pet, and in fact their treasure is sleeping somewhere in a quiet, secluded place where nobody disturbs him.

Britons can sleep anywhere:

• on top of the wardrobe;
• on the upper shelves of the racks;
• climb into hard-to-reach places under sofas, chairs, on the mezzanine;
• in boxes and suitcases, if they are open;
• in the oven or in the drum of the washing machine, if they can be climbed.

The British feel themselves masters of the house. They move freely around the apartment, moving from room to room, so it's best to keep all the doors open so that the animal is not nervous and you are not worried.

The cat is a full member of the family. He perfectly feels the psychological situation in the house. If there is a conflict between households, family members quarrel among themselves and scandalous, it will affect the behavior of the animal.

The Briton will get nervous, may hide or, conversely, protest in any way possible. If your cat does not have the habit of “smudging” past the tray, he can do it by expressing outrage at family discord.

Pets of this breed do not tend to make a stir, they are almost silent, rarely meow, mostly only in the mating season. However, there are cats of this breed who love to "talk" with the owners: to mumble, if they are hungry, want attention or complain about something.

Washing and licking a cat is not only a hygienic procedure, but also a way to relieve stress. Having experienced unpleasant emotions, the animal begins to gloss and so gradually calms down.

Young cats are more active than animals older than 5 years. They are more sedate and calm. Significantly changes the behavior of females before childbirth. They become more affectionate, they want participation and sympathy, they are asked to scratch and stroke their tummy.

If the animal is worried and does not find a place for itself, then it is time for kittens to be born.

Help the animal:

• find a spacious box for the “maternity hospital” and cover it with disposable diapers;

• provide the cat with a cozy, hidden place without drafts and be close to the animal if it wants it;

• if your darling chose a place for giving birth on her own, move the box there and help her get comfortable;
• after the birth of kittens, change the soiled diaper;
• put water and a favorite delicacy in an accessible place for a cat;
• Be sure to praise the animal and caress.

British cats are good moms. From the first minutes of birth, they begin to take care of the babies, leaving them only for urgent reasons.

If the cat is young and inexperienced, let her know that raising kittens is now her main concern. Praise the animal when it licks and feeds babies, but do not scold if it does not understand what is required of it. Achieve the result can only persuasion and affection.

If you purchased a kitten that is already accustomed to the tray and the scraper, you are very lucky. The kid will not be outrageous: the walls, furniture and curtains will remain in perfect order.

For a kitten who does not know the rules of good tone, you will have to educate yourself with “young claws”:

• introduce the kitten to the house and its inhabitants;
• show him his toilet and bed;
• Bring it to the nail kit, which is best purchased in advance, or immediately after the kitten arrives at your house.

If you do not want the baby to climb onto your bed, table, eat your favorite flowers on the window and do not go to the toilet where it is not allowed, you should scold the kitten, finding it at the crime scene.

The cat will not understand why he got slapped.

Raise hand on the animal is not worth it. This method with British cats is completely ineffective.

By intonation, the cat will quickly realize that she has done something wrong, and will try not to repeat the mistake.Congenital intelligence will not allow the baby to foul if he realized that he had blundered.

To cope successfully with the tasks of education, you need to eliminate the "places of temptation" for the animal:

• rearrange the furniture so that the kitten could not reach the walls and tear the wallpaper;
• to block the approaches to the curtains, on which he wants to ride;
• put the claw in the field of animal sight and move it there when it sharpens its claws on furniture;
• sprinkle with a special spray of the place where the kitten mistakenly made its "affairs";
• spread the tips of the leaves with mustard so that the animal no longer eats the plant;
• praise a pet for good behavior, treat him with a treat at once and in the same place to secure success.

It must be remembered that:

• The British are afraid of noise, so you can not shout at them;
• to beat a cat is to lose its trust and love forever;
• any ban - once and for all; the system “today is possible and tomorrow is impossible” is unacceptable
• do not let your close ones allow the cat to do what you forbid;
• like a small child, the kitten also needs to be given time;
• the cat will grow kind and obedient if you are patient and attentive to it.

Reviews of owners of British cats are very different. It is easy to explain: each animal has its own character, and in each family there is a special life situation. These things greatly affect the behavior and habits of the animal.

Disadvantages.

• The character of the British "he still": to squeeze, knead, press and iron, the pussy will not allow to take on your hands without her consent. Wearing a British woman in her arms is an insult to her personality.
• Can lift a paw on the owner, but without claws.
• If the cat is not happy with life - expect trouble. You can find a “protest” in your bed and it will be impossible to do anything with it.
• Pickiness to food and toilet - The main disadvantages of the animal. This is the "master" to sort out food, bury and turn away from it, until they serve their favorite dish.
• These cats are curious, should be everywhere, love to "behave disgracefully" - drop different items from tables, shelves, sideboards down and drive them anywhere.

Dignity.

• The British always want to be with their family. Being close to the owner for them - the main thing. They accompany him everywhere, like a faithful dog, and if he leaves, they wait at the door.
• Cheerful and active if desired, they enjoy playing and chatting.
• Do not meow persistently and arrogantly. They do not achieve their goal by arranging concerts; they just tactfully remind of themselves.
• Carefully look after themselves, licking a plush fur coat.
• Never interfere and do not get underfootif the hosts are busy.
• Do not offend children even if they do not have warm feelings for them, but more often they become good friends with them. Affectionate and kind, if they are not imposed on the owners.

If you decide to get a cat of the British breed, have patience and sincerely love the animal, then your feelings will be mutual.

On how to live with a British cat in the same house, watch the video.