A commoner with a pedigree!

The European Shorthair is the Continental European equivalent to the British Shorthair in Great Britain and the American Shorthair in the United States. The European Shorthair is derived from the common domestic cat (house cat or mixed breed cat) through selective breeding based on aesthetic criteria.
In 1925, so-called “European” cats obtained their first standard. This breed, previously grouped with the British Shorthair, was approved by the F.I.Fe in 1982. It is not recognized by Great Britain’s G.C.C.F.

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Characteristics

The European Shorthair is a hardy, active, dynamic, playful cat. More easygoing in nature than the mixed breed cat, the European Shorthair is calmer and gentler.

An affectionate, pleasant companion, it is highly adaptable. A good hunter, it likes being outdoors. It is easy to groom. Weekly brushing is quite sufficient, except during shedding.