Cornish Rex
VS
British Longhair
Cornish Rex vs British Longhair
Compare Cornish Rex 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
Cornish Rex
British Longhair
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 35 cm
30 – 36 cm
Weight
2 – 5 kg
3 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 17 years
Child friendly
4/5
2/5
Energy level
5/5
2/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
1/5
5/5
Shedding
1/5
4/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Cornish Rex
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
British Longhair
Summary
About Cornish Rex
Cornish Rex cats are slender, fine‑boned, and elegant, with large ears and a distinctive egg‑shaped head. Their short, wavy, velvet‑soft coat needs gentle care and warmth. Extremely active, playful, affectionate, and people focused, they crave interaction, mental stimulation, and indoor living.
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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