The American Shorthair is a medium to large sized cat breed with males weighing between 11-15 lbs (5-7 kg) and females weighing between 6-12 lbs (2.75-5.5kg).
American Shorthair Breed Overview
GROUP: Shorthair (Cat)
HEIGHT: 10 to 14 inches
WEIGHT: 7 to 15 pounds
COAT: Short, thick, hard
COAT COLOR: Wide variety including tabby, solid, tortoiseshell
LIFE SPAN: 15 to 20 years
TEMPERAMENT: Easygoing, affectionate, adaptable
HYPOALLERGENIC: No
The American Shorthair is a pedigree cat with a strong, athletic build, originally used to keep ships clear of rats. Today, they are beloved for their incredibly adaptable and sweet nature.
