Abyssinian
VS
British Longhair
Abyssinian vs British Longhair
Compare Abyssinian and British Longhair side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Abyssinian
British Longhair
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 25 cm
30 – 36 cm
Weight
3 – 5 kg
3 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 13 years
12 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
2/5
Energy level
4/5
2/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
2/5
2/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
5/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Abyssinian
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
British Longhair
Summary
About Abyssinian
The Abyssinian is a medium, athletic cat with a sleek, ticked coat and large expressive eyes, often likened to a miniature wildcat. Active, intelligent, and social, it thrives on play, training, and family interaction, needs little grooming, and is generally healthy with some testable inherited risks.
About British Longhair
British Longhairs are sturdy, medium‑large cats with a plush semi‑long coat and round “teddy bear” look. Calm, polite, and quietly affectionate, they suit many homes. They’re moderately active, need regular grooming, and are generally healthy when bred with attention to heart, kidney, and joint care.
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