British Shorthair
VS
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
British Shorthair vs Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Compare British Shorthair and Japanese Bobtail (Long 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 Shorthair
Japanese Bobtail (Long 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
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
British Shorthair
Easy to train
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
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 Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Medium, athletic cat with a unique pompom tail and silky semi‑long coat that seldom mats. Outgoing, vocal, and highly intelligent, it craves interaction, play, and puzzle toys. Generally healthy, it has ancient roots in Japanese culture and is often linked with good fortune.
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