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Understanding your American Shorthair's unique traits and health needs is essential for responsible breeding
Male: 11-15 lbs
Female: 8-12 lbs
Male: Medium to Large
Female: Medium
15-20 years
With proper care
Easy-going, Adaptable
Independent yet playful
Descended from cats brought to America on the Mayflower. Developed as working cats to protect grain stores from rodents. This heritage gives them excellent health and hunting abilities.
From classic silver tabby to rare colors like cameo and chinchilla. Wide genetic diversity allows for exciting color combinations in breeding programs.
Strong prey drive and athletic ability. Muscular build with powerful legs. Natural mousers that enjoy interactive play and mental stimulation.
Short, dense coat requires minimal grooming. Independent nature makes them easy to care for. Adaptable to various living situations from apartments to farms.
Follow these essential guidelines for responsible American Shorthair cat breeding
Male American Shorthair Cats (Studs)
12 months to 8 years
Female American Shorthair Cats (Queens)
12 months to 7 years
American Shorthairs mature at a moderate pace. Wait until full maturity for best results in producing healthy, robust kittens.
American Shorthairs generally have excellent health. Regular testing maintains breed health standards.
Queens: Maximum 2 litters per year, 4-5 litters lifetime
Minimum 6 months between litters
Preserve the health and vigor that makes American Shorthairs exceptional working cats.
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American Shorthairs benefit from excellent genetic diversity and working cat heritage, making them one of the healthiest breeds
Annual echocardiogram screening recommended for breeding cats. Select partners from HCM-clear bloodlines. Early detection enables management and treatment.
Rare in American Shorthairs but can occur. X-ray screening available for breeding cats. Select partners with good hip conformation. Maintain healthy weight.
Regular dental examinations and cleaning. Select breeding partners with good dental health. Provide dental care education to new owners.
American Shorthairs have hearty appetites. Monitor weight carefully, provide appropriate diet. Select for active temperament. Educate owners on portion control.
Rare in American Shorthairs but genetic testing available. Test breeding cats to ensure PKD-negative status. Select clear-tested breeding partners.
Maintain excellent cattery hygiene. Ensure proper vaccination protocols. Quarantine new cats before introduction to breeding program.
Regular deworming and parasite prevention. Test for internal parasites before breeding. Maintain clean environment.
More common in older cats. Regular thyroid monitoring for senior breeding cats. Early detection allows for effective treatment.
Associated with obesity. Maintain healthy weight through proper diet. Select for good metabolism and active temperament.
American Shorthairs are one of the healthiest cat breeds due to their working cat heritage and diverse gene pool. Regular health checks maintain this advantage.
American Shorthairs showcase what careful natural selection can achieve. Their working cat heritage and broad genetic base have created one of the healthiest cat breeds in existence.
Key health advantages:
By maintaining high breeding standards and health testing, you help preserve the exceptional health that makes American Shorthairs perfect family companions for generations.
Get answers to common questions about breeding American Shorthairs responsibly
American Shorthair cats require several health tests: FIV/FeLV testing (mandatory), annual heart screening via echocardiogram (mandatory), blood type testing to prevent neonatal isoerythrolysis (mandatory), hip evaluation (recommended), dental examination (recommended), complete blood panel annually, and parasite screening before mating.
Yes, American Shorthair cats are one of the healthiest cat breeds, thanks to their working cat heritage and diverse gene pool. They have few breed-specific health issues and generally enjoy long lives of 15-20 years. Their robust constitution makes them excellent breeding cats when properly health tested.
The optimal breeding age for male American Shorthair cats is 12 months to 8 years, and for females is 12 months to 7 years. American Shorthairs mature at a moderate pace, so waiting until at least 12 months ensures full physical and emotional maturity for producing healthy kittens.
American Shorthair cats are recognized in over 80 different color patterns, including silver tabby (the most popular), brown tabby, solid colors, bicolors, and many more. This wide variety of colors and patterns makes breeding American Shorthairs exciting for color genetics enthusiasts.
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