Welcome centuries of working heritage and gentle companionship. Find your perfect American Shorthair from caring, responsible breeders.
Discover the hardy constitution and gentle nature of America's working cat
Size: Medium to Large
Males: 11-15 lbs, Females: 8-12 lbs
Body Type
Muscular, well-balanced, powerful
Exceptional Longevity
15-20 years of devoted companionship
Temperament
Gentle, patient, adaptable, intelligent
From classic silver tabby to rare cameo, offering incredible variety and beauty.
One of the healthiest breeds with minimal genetic issues and long lifespans.
Patient with children, friendly with other pets, adaptable to any household.
Weekly brushing, hardy health, and independent nature make care easy.
Understanding the value of this classic American breed
Kittens with ideal breed standards suitable for showing and breeding programs
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Healthy cats with excellent genetics for responsible breeding
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Beautiful, loving companions perfect for families seeking a devoted pet
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Sought-after patterns and colors with exceptional beauty
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American Shorthairs offer outstanding value with their 15-20 year lifespan, minimal health issues, and low maintenance requirements. Their hardy constitution from centuries of working heritage means lower veterinary costs compared to many breeds. The variety of over 80 patterns ensures you'll find your perfect match at a price point that works for your family.
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Age considerations for your American Shorthair adoption
Essential steps to ensure a perfect match with your new companion
Planning for a lifetime with your hardy American Shorthair
With their 15-20 year lifespan and minimal health issues, American Shorthairs offer one of the best values in the cat world. Their low maintenance needs, hardy constitution, and gentle nature mean more years of companionship with fewer unexpected costs. The working heritage that shaped this breed continues to benefit modern families with healthy, adaptable, loving companions.
Ensuring your American Shorthair's excellent health heritage
Heart health check for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, though rare in this breed.
Comprehensive physical showing the breed's excellent overall health.
Oral health assessment important for long-term wellbeing.
Screening for feline leukemia and immunodeficiency viruses.
Centuries as ship cats created naturally healthy genetics.
One of the healthiest breeds with few inherited conditions.
Robust immune system and excellent overall health.
15-20 years of healthy, active companionship.
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Discover the incredible variety of American Shorthair colors and patterns
Silver Tabby
Most iconic pattern with black markings on silver
Brown Tabby
Classic pattern with warm brown tones
Red Tabby
Striking orange and cream patterns
Blue
Solid blue-gray with copper eyes
Cameo
Red silver with white undercoat
Chinchilla Silver
Pure white with silver tipping
Smoke
Solid color with white undercoat
Calico
Tri-color patches (females only)
With over 80 recognized color patterns, American Shorthairs offer more variety than almost any other breed. From the iconic silver tabby to rare cameo patterns, there's a perfect American Shorthair for every preference. Pattern quality affects show potential and price, but every pattern produces equally loving, healthy companions.
Get answers to common questions about adopting American Shorthairs responsibly
American Shorthair kittens range from $500-$2,500. Pet quality: $500-$1,000 for wonderful companions. Show quality: $1,200-$2,000 for perfect patterns and conformation. Rare patterns like silver tabby or cameo: $1,500-$2,500. This hardy breed offers exceptional value with their long lifespan of 15-20 years.
American Shorthairs are one of the healthiest cat breeds with their working cat heritage providing excellent genetics. They should be screened for HCM (heart disease) but have few breed-specific issues. Their hardy constitution, developed from centuries as ship cats, means lower veterinary costs and longer lifespans compared to many breeds.
American Shorthairs come in over 80 color patterns including: classic silver tabby (most popular), brown tabby, red tabby, blue, black, white, cream, cameo, and countless combinations. Each pattern has its own beauty, though silver tabbies with perfect markings command premium prices. The variety means there's a perfect American Shorthair for every preference.
American Shorthairs excel as family pets with their patient, gentle nature. They're excellent with children, get along with other pets, and adapt to various living situations. Their working cat heritage makes them independent yet affectionate, perfect hunters for pest control, and low-maintenance companions requiring minimal grooming - just weekly brushing.
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