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American Shorthair

A sturdy, even-tempered working breed with a dense short coat.

Origin

United States

Coat

Short

Size

Large

About the breed

The American Shorthair is a medium-to-large, muscular breed descended from working cats. It is valued for an easy-going, adaptable temperament and a thick, low-maintenance coat.

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Colours

Seen in a very wide range of colours and patterns; the silver classic tabby is especially well known.

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