Breed Program
British Shorthairs
Regal, plush, and deeply devoted — our British Shorthairs are bred for exceptional type, health, and the temperament that makes them perfect lifelong companions.
The Breed
About the Breed
The British Shorthair is one of the oldest and most beloved cat breeds in the world. Known for their dense, plush coats, round faces, and calm, affectionate natures, they are the quintessential companion cat — steady, loyal, and endlessly charming.
At Whimsical Paws, our British Shorthairs are raised underfoot in our home with daily handling and socialization. We focus on health, temperament, and true breed type across a range of stunning colors including blue, lilac, cinnamon, and golden.
Temperament
Calm, loyal, and quietly affectionate
Coat
Dense, plush double coat — low shedding with regular brushing
Size
Medium to large — males 9–17 lbs, females 7–12 lbs
Lifespan
12–17 years with proper care
Activity Level
Moderate — playful but not demanding
With Children & Pets
Excellent — patient and adaptable
Meet the Cats
Meet Our British Shorthairs
Our breeding cats are health-tested, TICA registered, and cherished members of our family.
King Felix
Breeding MaleLilac
A stunning lilac male with exceptional plush coat, round type, and a wonderfully calm, affectionate personality.
King Samurai
Breeding MaleCinnamon Colorpoint
A striking cinnamon colorpoint male with deep blue eyes and a devoted, gentle temperament.
King Gleb
Breeding MaleCinnamon
A warm cinnamon male with excellent type and a calm, steady nature that passes beautifully to his kittens.
Queen Sprite
Breeding FemaleBlue
A classic blue queen with a dense, plush coat and a sweet, loyal personality.
Queen Angel
Breeding FemaleBlue
A beautiful blue queen with round, expressive eyes and a gentle, affectionate nature.
Queen Feya
Breeding FemaleLilac
A lovely lilac queen with excellent coat texture and a calm, devoted temperament.
Queen Chanel
Future QueenBlack Bicolor Blue Eyes
A striking black bicolor future queen with captivating blue eyes. Chanel carries rare color genetics and a quietly elegant personality — a beautiful addition to our program.
Queen Zena
Breeding FemaleCinnamon
A warm cinnamon queen with beautiful color and a steady, loving temperament.
Queen Silky
Breeding FemaleDilute Calico
A striking dilute calico queen with vivid patching and a playful, affectionate spirit.
Queen Misha
Breeding FemaleCinnamon Golden Shaded
A warm golden shaded queen with a rich, luminous coat and a sweet, devoted personality.
Queen Ava
Breeding FemaleLilac Bicolor
A beautiful lilac bicolor queen with exceptional round type and a calm, loving nature.
Queen Sakura (Suki)
Breeding FemaleLilac
A stunning lilac queen with an impressive show career — Sakura has earned Best of Breed, Best British Shorthair, two 1st Place wins, and 4th Overall out of all cats at her show. Her beauty, type, and presence speak for themselves.
Queen Juno
Breeding FemaleBlack Tortie
A stunning black tortoiseshell queen with a richly patterned coat and captivating golden eyes. Juno brings bold tortie genetics and a sweet, spirited personality to our program.
Queen Sundae
Future QueenDilute Calico
Our precious future dilute calico queen — a soft, dreamy blend of muted cream, blue, and warm peach. Still a tiny kitten, she already shows the round face, plush coat, and gentle nature that define the very best of the breed.
Pricing
Kitten Pricing & Placement
Our British Shorthair kittens are placed as cherished companions in approved homes.
Price Range
$2,800 – $4,000
A $500 reservation deposit is required to hold your kitten.
Placement
Pet and select breeding homes
Vaccinations
Age-appropriate series
Health Certificate
Issued by licensed veterinarian
Microchip
Included
Deworming
Complete protocol before go-home
Go-Home Age
12–16 weeks after vet clearance
Reserve Your British Shorthair
Ready to welcome one of our plush, devoted companions into your home? Submit an application or join our waitlist to be notified when kittens become available.
Or email us at southerngracecatteryok@gmail.com
Genetics
Colors & Patterns We Produce
Our British Shorthair program includes a rich range of colors across blue, lilac, cinnamon, golden, and their tortoiseshell and colorpoint variations.
Solid & Base Colors
Solid & Base Colors
- Blue
- Lilac
- Cinnamon
- Fawn
Chocolate, lilac, cinnamon, and fawn require the appropriate recessive genes from both parents. Not every color is available from every pairing.