| British Semi-Longhair is a longhaired cat breed. It | | | | plush and thick. Chest is deep, giving the overall |
| originated in Britain during the last century and is now | | | | impression of a compact, medium sized cat. |
| kept through many countries as an adorable pet. | | | | The origin of this interesting cat dates nearly a |
| Even as it is not yet recognized as a distinct breed | | | | century back. At that time, native and imported |
| officially in the United Kingdom, it is common in other | | | | long-haired cats were interbred in Britain. The result |
| parts of the Western hemisphere. In United States it | | | | was a cat that was quite large in size, with a very |
| is called Lowlander whereas in Europe it goes by the | | | | long and thick fur. Thereafter, in subsequent years, a |
| name of Britanica. Often it is referred to as simply | | | | shorthaired version of the Persian was attempted |
| the British Longhair cat. | | | | and the resulting feline was quite different in |
| British Semi-Longhair is a longhaired cat breed. It | | | | appearance from the original British Shorthair. It was |
| originated in Britain during the last century and is now | | | | thus felt that there was a need for a longhaired |
| kept through many countries as an adorable pet. | | | | British cat with an appearance similar to the native |
| Even as it is not yet recognized as a distinct breed | | | | shorthair, and so the British Semi-Longhair cat came |
| officially in the United Kingdom, it is common in other | | | | about. |
| parts of the Western hemisphere. In United States it | | | | The lovely British Semi-Longhairs are not only good in |
| is called Lowlander whereas in Europe it goes by the | | | | looks, but also in behavior. These cats are quite calm |
| name of Britanica. Often it is referred to as simply | | | | and easy going. They are also very fun loving and |
| the British Longhair cat. | | | | playful, particularly as kittens. Attaching quickly to |
| Apart from its long fur, appearance of this pretty | | | | their owners, the felines soon develop an |
| feline is not much different from that of the British | | | | affectionate and enduring relationship with humans |
| Shorthair cat. Coat is lustrous and physique is stout in | | | | and are well liked around the world for their beauty |
| general. Head is round, with bright circular eyes and | | | | and wonderful nature. |
| short ears. Legs are short too, but strong. Tail is | | | | |