British Shorthair
VS
Sphynx
British Shorthair vs Sphynx
Compare British Shorthair and Sphynx 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
Sphynx
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 36 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 8 kg
2 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 17 years
8 – 14 years
Child friendly
2/5
4/5
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
3/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
British Shorthair
Easy to train
Sphynx
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 Sphynx
The Sphynx is a medium, muscular, mostly hairless cat with suede‑like skin and visible wrinkles. Highly sociable “velcro” cats, they crave constant company, play, and warmth. They need regular skin, ear, and nail cleaning and do best as indoor pets with attentive owners.
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