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 — Whimsical Paws OK

King Felix

Breeding Male

Lilac

A stunning lilac male with exceptional plush coat, round type, and a wonderfully calm, affectionate personality.

King Samurai — Whimsical Paws OK

King Samurai

Breeding Male

Cinnamon Colorpoint

A striking cinnamon colorpoint male with deep blue eyes and a devoted, gentle temperament.

King Gleb — Whimsical Paws OK

King Gleb

Breeding Male

Cinnamon

A warm cinnamon male with excellent type and a calm, steady nature that passes beautifully to his kittens.

Queen Sprite — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Sprite

Breeding Female

Blue

A classic blue queen with a dense, plush coat and a sweet, loyal personality.

Queen Angel — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Angel

Breeding Female

Blue

A beautiful blue queen with round, expressive eyes and a gentle, affectionate nature.

Queen Feya — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Feya

Breeding Female

Lilac

A lovely lilac queen with excellent coat texture and a calm, devoted temperament.

Queen Chanel — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Chanel

Future Queen

Black 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 — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Zena

Breeding Female

Cinnamon

A warm cinnamon queen with beautiful color and a steady, loving temperament.

Queen Silky — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Silky

Breeding Female

Dilute Calico

A striking dilute calico queen with vivid patching and a playful, affectionate spirit.

Queen Misha — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Misha

Breeding Female

Cinnamon Golden Shaded

A warm golden shaded queen with a rich, luminous coat and a sweet, devoted personality.

Queen Ava — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Ava

Breeding Female

Lilac Bicolor

A beautiful lilac bicolor queen with exceptional round type and a calm, loving nature.

Queen Sakura (Suki) — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Sakura (Suki)

Breeding Female

Lilac

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 — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Juno

Breeding Female

Black 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 — Whimsical Paws OK

Queen Sundae

Future Queen

Dilute 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.

Submit an Application

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

Black British Shorthair
Black
Blue British Shorthair
Blue
Chocolate British Shorthair
Chocolate
Lilac British Shorthair
Lilac
Cinnamon British Shorthair
Cinnamon
Fawn British Shorthair
Fawn
Red British Shorthair
Red
Cream British Shorthair
Cream
Golden British Shorthair
Golden

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.

Please Note: Not every color or pattern listed is available from every pairing, and some are future genetic possibilities. Kitten coats may change as they mature.