Exotic Shorthair
The short-haired Persian — same round face, easier-care coat.
EXO
United States
Short
Medium
About the breed
The Exotic Shorthair was bred from the Persian and shares its round face and stocky build, but with a short, dense, plush coat that is far easier to maintain. It is calm, gentle and affectionate.
Recognised in the same very wide colour range as the Persian.
No cats of this breed yet.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between an Exotic and a Persian?+
The coat: the Exotic Shorthair has the Persian's round face and calm nature with a short, plush coat that needs far less grooming.
Do Exotics need daily grooming?+
No — a weekly brush is usually enough for the short dense coat, unlike the Persian's daily routine.
Are Exotic Shorthairs quiet cats?+
Yes — the breed is known as calm, gentle and quiet, suiting apartments and family homes.
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