History of the origin of the British cat

Judging by the name itself, it becomes clear that the homeland of these cats is Great Britain. Historians suggest that these animals were brought to the British Isles by the ancient Romans around the first century AD.

The main advantage of those ancient representatives of the British was their short and very dense coat, which provided the animals with protection from moisture and harmful insects. It was thanks to this wool that the British quickly got used to and adapted to new living conditions.

They were excellent hunters, thanks to their high levels of endurance and well-developed physical fitness.

Due to their spectacular appearance, at the end of the 16th century, British felines began to be looked at not only as skilled hunters. And already in 1871, British individuals participated in the first cat exhibition in London.

Description of the breed

The main characteristic feature of the British is power, especially when it comes to males. Female cats are smaller in size than male cats. Squat height and rather large size, developed muscles and sternum - this is the image of a modern Briton.

The head of these cats is large with rounded outlines. The muzzle has developed cheeks and cheekbones. Only the British have a pronounced fold of skin around the neck.

The nose is medium long, rather wide. When viewed in profile, you can see that the nose forms a depression in the frontal part. The ears are located quite widely, with a wide base. The shape is rounded, the size of the ears is medium.

British people have large, round eyes. Set wide apart. What distinguishes British cats is the color of their eyes, characteristic of the breed - it is bright orange.

Newborns may have blue eyes, however, over time they will change their color. It is very rare to come across cats with blue or green eyes.

Medium or short llamas are equipped with well-developed strong muscles. The tail is of medium length and looks proportional to the body.

Feeding a British baby at 2 months

The first month of the furry baby's life has passed. His body now requires additional elements. Before feeding a 2-month-old British breed kitten, you need to study the list of acceptable foods necessary for proper growth and development.

Starting from 4-5 weeks of life, solid food can be gradually introduced into the menu. It is better to start with low-fat beef, previously frozen and finely chopped. For one feeding, a serving of 10-15 g is sufficient.

Your baby's diet should also include:

• fresh milk;
• delicious milk porridges cooked with low-fat milk;
• natural soft cheese;
• low-fat cream;
• egg yolk;
• fresh cottage cheese.

You can supplement the menu with pates and canned food purchased from specialized pet stores or veterinary pharmacies. The manufacturer's recommendations regarding age restrictions must be indicated on the packaging.

Experienced breeders do not advise buying cheap products of questionable quality. If you want to pamper your furry baby, buy him a good product from a reliable manufacturer!

Important:

• when introducing new foods into your lop-eared pet’s diet, monitor his body’s reaction;
• do not exceed the permissible limits when feeding the baby, overeating can be fraught with consequences;
• Don’t be lazy to cook separately for a purebred cat; he should not eat food with seasonings, spices and other additives typical of foods consumed by humans.

Now you know what to feed domestic British kittens at 2 months, and the next stage of life, new discoveries and an expanded diet are ahead!

Animal mating

Representatives of this breed belong to individuals with a late indicator of the development of reproductive systems.

Therefore, knitting a cat in its first year of life is strictly prohibited, because the animal may simply die. The body completes full development only by the age of 6 years.

Early mating of males before 2 years of age can lead to exhaustion, so in the future they will not be able to produce offspring.

British kittens are born completely similar to adults. Physiological features in the form of a disproportionate body are the norm for kittens. Over time, everything will return to normal, and the kitten will take on the appearance of a standard British cat.

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Feeding a British baby at 6-12 months

In the second half of the first year of life, the British reproductive system matures. This period is somewhat difficult both for the pet itself and for its owner. Some difficulties may arise when raising a British cat, which is already beginning to show its character.

In order for your furry friend to show maximum calm and not upset his owner with hooligan actions, it is necessary to continue proper nutrition, thanks to which the British dog will develop good behavioral manners and obedience.

What can you feed a British cat from 6 months of age:

• dairy products;
• egg yolk;
• boiled meat, frozen;
• boneless fish;
• porridges of different types;
• pieces of fruit and vegetables;
• crackers, rye bread;
• offal;
• ready-made canned food for cats by age;
• dry food is a priority, making up about 50% of the total diet.

From this age, the animal’s body no longer copes well with digesting lactose, so milk and milk cereals are gradually removed from the pet’s diet.

At 6-8 months, the number of feedings per day is 3 times; closer to a year, the number of meals is reduced to two times.

By following the rules for feeding a purebred cat, you can raise a healthy and energetic friend with beautiful fur and good manners.

Character of the breed

The description of the character of the British cat says that these animals are suitable for people who spend little time within the walls of the house. These felines can cope just fine without human attention.

The British have a calm, aristocratic disposition. Even from the photo of a British cat it is clear that they know their worth and have a sense of unsurpassed dignity.

Along with this, they are very friendly and not aggressive. If they are often offended, they become withdrawn and unsociable.

If there is a child in the house, then such a cat will not be suitable for him as a fluffy toy. Otherwise, she will simply hide. British individuals get along well with other animals.

Advantages and disadvantages

Disadvantages of the breed: heavy cat shedding twice a year, lazy lifestyle of cats, fraught with obesity, unsociability. You will also need to pay for good food, hygiene products, preventive examinations at the veterinarian, and vaccinations.

The calm and friendly nature of the British cat towards people and other pet animals, cleanliness are the undoubted advantages of the breed.

With attentive, caring attitude towards the pet, the British will live up to 20 years. They have good health, leading in this indicator among all registered breeds.

Photo of a British cat