The origins of the British Shorthair most likely date back to the first century AD, making it one of the most ancient identifiable cat breeds in the world.
These cats were brought in by the Romans who kept them to keep the camp free of snakes, mice, and insects.
These cats were then bred into local European wildcat populations. Over the centuries, their naturally isolated offspring evolved into big, strong cats with short but very thick fur, to better withstand the conditions on their native island.
Based on the artist's representation, the modern British Shorthair has not changed from this early type.
These cats were brought in by the Romans who kept them to keep the camp free of snakes, mice, and insects.
These cats were then bred into local European wildcat populations. Over the centuries, their naturally isolated offspring evolved into big, strong cats with short but very thick fur, to better withstand the conditions on their native island.
Based on the artist's representation, the modern British Shorthair has not changed from this early type.
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