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British Shorthair Cat
Information
British Shorthair Cat Profile
The Cat Fancier´s Association (CFA) British Shorthair Cat profile
British Shorthair Cat as per CFA Standards
The Canadian Cat Association (CCA) British Shorthair Cat profile
British Shorthair Cat as per TICA Standards
Pedigree Cats in Great Britain
Self Colour British Shorthair Cats − Black, Blue, White, Cream
Color pointed British Cats
Tipped British Cats
Tortie British Cats
 
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BritKitten
British Shorthair Kitten Harley,
Mourka's son now lives
with Emily in PEI
 
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Welcome to Boreal Cattery
Canadian Breeder of British Shorthair Cats
We are a small specialized breeder of British Shorthair cats located in Toronto, Canada. Our goal is to promote, show and breed blue British Shorthair cats of the highest health and breed standards.

Our cats are pets first. We believe that, in order to pass on to you a healthy sociable pet for life, we must ensure that the kittens begin their lives with an unconditional positive human interaction.

We enjoy showing our wonderful cats and participate in many CCA, CFA, and TICA cat shows within Ontario, Quebec and the US Great Lakes region.
Congratulations to Bloke, Bazyia, and Gracie! We recently attended TICA's Edmonton Alberta Annual Fall Show, the Mysty Cat cat show in Norwich CT, the Americats show in New Milford CT, and the show in Allentown PA ...   Check the event photo coverage....
 
July 31 - August 4, 2008 15:00 EDT
The International Cat Association
Great Lakes Region Annual Award Banquet and Cat Show
The 2007-2008 Cat Show season was very successful for Boreal Cattery.  Our big boy Kaloofa Downunda Bloke has accumulated an impressive series of awards both regionally and internationally.   
2007-2008 TICA Awards
Best Blue British Shorthair Cat Internationally
Fourth Best British Shorthair Cat Internationally
Great Lakes Region 7th Best Shorthair Cat
Great Lakes Region 9th Best All Breed Cat
Great Lakes Region Reserve (2nd Best) British Shorthair
2007-2008 CFA Awards
Great Lakes Region Third Best British Shorthair
Great Lakes Reserve (2nd Best) Blue British Shorthair


We would like to thank all those who have shown us support and encouragement during the last show season. 

A special thank to the adoptive families who follow up with Bloke's show career, supporting us with emails and phone calls. 

A special acknowledgement to all fellow cat breeders we have met since we have started the cattery, the judges who introduced us to many different cat breeds, the TICA organization specially the Great Lakes Region  officials who work so hard organizing shows and events for us cat fanciers.

We look forward to renew old friendship and make new friends along the way.
Bloke - a Regional Winer

Click here for the Regional Award Banquet and the show photos
 
 
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According to the Canadian Cat Association (CCA) standards, the British Shorthair is a chubby, well balanced, powerful cat with a medium to large body, thick neck, and massive head. It's charming face has full cheeks, a medium broad nose, and large wide-set eyes usually of a copper or orange color.
British Shorthair cat is self-possessed and undemanding. This breed is a delight to own, being intelligent, affectionate and not temperamental, a quiet, unobtrusive cat. They have quiet voices and although not “lap cats” they will sit contentedly beside humans. British Shorthair is an affectionate cat that will seek out and enjoy attention, but quietly and without overwhelming demands.

Regarding the role of the British Shorthair cats as part of a household, The Cat Fancier's Association (CFA) describes them as always in quiet control of his or her environment, supervising everyone and everything that happens in the family. A larger sized cat that prefers to be on the ground, Brits are not known for acrobatics or speed. However, they are steadfast companions to the entire family and definitely look before they leap. When gracelessness is observed, the British Shorthair is duly embarrassed; quickly recovering with a “Cheshire Cat smile”.

Origin of British Shorthair cats
According to F. M. Rowley in her book “British Shorthair Cat”, unlike many other breeds, the origin of the British Shorthair cats is not lost in legends and myths. Its ancestral stock traces directly back to the domestic cats taken from Egypt to Rome, and later to Britain. Most likely, the ancestors of modern British Shorthair cats arrived to Britain after the 2nd century AD when Roman colonization in Britain was well established.

British Shorthair Cats in
Canada and United States of America
The Cat Fancier's Association (CFA), the world's largest cat registry, confirms that the British Shorthair is a comparatively rare cat in the United States. Around 1980 it was recognized for championship competition by CFA stimulating much needed interest in the breed. Recognized world-wide, many fine “Brits” are still imported today from England, Ireland, New Zealand and Australia to help widen the gene pool for breeders in the United States.
The British Shorthair is gaining in popularity every year as it is bred and exhibited by an increasing number of enthusiastic fanciers.
Because of its easy-going nature and intelligence, it has become a favorite of animal trainers, for use in Hollywood films and television commercials.

Physical Characteristics of British Shorthair Cats
  • Round face with full cheeks
  • Medium in size with round tips ears
  • Dense, with crisp feel coat, very easy to groom
  • Short and thick tail with blunt tip
  • Weight ranges from 9-18 lb (4-8kg)
  • Large, round eyes ranging in color from gold, copper to orange, depending on the coat color
 
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Do you have any questions on British Shorthair Cats? Please Contact Us!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Kittens
How about a little bit of laughter therapy?
Cat Humour
Kaloofa Downunder Dexter, our Australian born boy
participated in the show at The Canadian National Exhibition

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August 24, 2008

CNE Show Photos
 
Congratulations to Bloke!
Bloke - TICA Great Lakes Regional Winner
Bloke's Plaque - Great Lakes Reginal Winner Regional Award Banquet and Show Photos

Bloke's Regional Winner Awards



Grand Rapids, Michigan
July 31- August 3, 2008

Event Photos
 
Boreal Cattery's
latest news are available
on News Blog!

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Tough Challenge in Lewiston, Maine, USA

Bloke competed against the top International Winners from USA, Argentina, Belgium, and Canada



April 11 - 13, 2008

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Bloke's new adventure
at The International Cat Association show in Chicago, Illinois, USA!
March 28 - 30, 2008

Show Photos
 
Check Bloke's photos
from The International Cat Association show in Providence, Rhode Island


March 8 - 9, 2008
 
 
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