British Longhair
British Longhair
VS
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)
Breeds
British Longhair
Comparisons
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)

British Longhair vs Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)

Compare British Longhair and Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair) 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
British Longhair
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 36 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 8 kg
3 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 17 years
9 – 15 years
Child friendly
2/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
2/5
Shedding
4/5
2/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics

British Longhair
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train

Summary

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.
About Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair) cats are medium‑built, athletic, and social, with a unique short pom‑pom tail. Active and intelligent, they enjoy climbing, puzzle toys, and even tricks. Their silky, low‑maintenance coat comes in many colors, with the tri‑color “Mi‑ke” especially valued.

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