British Shorthair vs Devon Rex
Compare British Shorthair and Devon Rex: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
British Shorthair
VS
Devon Rex
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
British Shorthair
Devon Rex
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FIFe Category
3
4
Height
30 – 36 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
3 – 8 kg
2 – 4 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 17 years
9 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
2/5
5/5
Energy Level
2/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
British Shorthair
Easy to Train
Devon Rex
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Easy to Train
Summary
About British Shorthair
British Shorthairs are sturdy, medium‑large cats with round faces, dense plush coats and many colours, best known in blue with copper eyes. Calm, quietly affectionate and suited to indoor or apartment life, they mature slowly and need moderate play, grooming and weight control.
About Devon Rex
The Devon Rex is a small, elfin‑looking cat with huge ears and a soft, curly, low‑shedding coat. Highly people‑oriented and playful, it enjoys climbing, interactive games, and close contact. Intelligent and trainable, it needs gentle grooming, regular ear care, and daily mental and physical activity.
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