 Exotic Cat vs British Shorthair Cat. What are the differences between these two cat breeds? The exotic is sweet, docile, and quiet, but don't get the idea that she is merely an adornment for the home. She loves to play when she's not sitting in a lap or being petted. British Shorthair Cat has a quiet voice and is an undemanding companion. While not overly affectionate, the British Shorthair tends to get along just fine with everyone. They're mellow and will tolerate other pets, and even though they may not seek out snuggles at every opportunity, they're happy to be scooped up for a good cuddle. While some cats get a reputation for being high strung and jumpy, the British Shorthair is anything but. If you're looking for the best buddy who stays calm as a cucumber and won't do much pestering, this might just be the feline for you. In all respects but coat length, the exotic shares the Persian sweet expression and soft round lines. It has a large, round head, large, round eyes, a short nose, full cheeks, and small ears with rounded tips. The head is supported by a short, thick neck and a deceptively sturdy, muscular body, a type known as Kobi. An exotic's legs are short, thick, and strong with large, round, firm paws. The tail is short but proportional to the length of the cat's body. A medium length soft, thick, plush coat with a rich, thick undercoat completes the exotic's look. It does not have the rough or the plume-like tail of the Persian. Exotics come in different looks, known as extreme and traditional. Extreme exotics, those seen in the show ring, have a flatter face, which may come with breathing problems. Cats with the traditional look have a more old-fashioned appearance, with a face that is not as flat and a nose that is set lower on the face with more of a break, permitting easier breathing. They are registered by the traditional cat association. Exotics of all stripes stand out for their infinite variety of coat colors and patterns. Imagine, if you will, seven solid color divisions, white, blue, black, red, cream, chocolate, and lilac, plus silver and golden division colors of chinchilla, shaded silver or golden, blue chinchilla and blue shaded silver or golden, and then there are the shaded, smoke, tabby, calico, particolor and bicolor divisions. That's not counting the various pointed patterns of the Himalayan. Eye color is related to coat color. For instance, white exotics have deep blue or brilliant copper eyes, or odd eyes, one copper and one blue, other solid colored exotics have brilliant copper eyes, silver and golden Persians have green or blue green eyes, and so on. With his short, thick coat, round head and cheeks, big round eyes, and rounded body, the British short hair resembles nothing so much as a cuddly teddy bear. His body is compact but powerful with a broad chest, strong legs with rounded paws, and a thick tail with a rounded tip. The coat comes in just about any color or pattern you could wish for, including lilac, chocolate, black, white, pointed, tabby, and many more. The best known color is blue, gray, and the cats are sometimes referred to as British blues. The short hair does not reach full physical maturity until he is three to five years old. Like the Persian, the exotic is sweet, nozzle, and quiet, but don't get the idea that she is merely an adornment for the home. She loves to play when she's not sitting in a lap or being petted. Exotics have a reputation for being more active and curious than their Persian siblings, and they are more suited to an active family. Males are said by some to be sweeter and more affectionate than females, who are sometimes described as aloof. Exotics enjoy batting at toys for as long as you will play with them but are capable of entertaining themselves when their people are busy or away. They follow faithfully after family members and wait patiently for any attention to come their way. Exotics are little herd, but when they do speak it is in a soft, pleasant, and musical voice. And exotics' needs are simple, regular meals, a little playtime with a catnip mouse or feather teaser, and lots of love, which is returned many times over. The British short hair is mellow and easy going, making him an excellent family companion. He enjoys affection, but he's not a me, me, type of cat. Expect him to follow you around the house during the day, settling nearby wherever you stop. Full of British reserve, the short hair has a quiet voice and is an undemanding companion. He doesn't require a lap, although he loves to sit next to you. Being a big cat, he isn't fond of being carried around. This is a cat with a moderate activity level. He's energetic during kittenhood but usually starts to settle down by the time he is a year old. More mature British short hares are usually couch potatoes, but adult males occasionally behave like goofballs. When they run through the house, they can sound like a herd of elephants. British short hares are rarely destructive, their manners are those of a proper governess, not a soccer hooligan. They welcome guests confidently. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code KittenLife, to get 20% off. The exotic is often nicknamed the lazy man's Persian. Comb the exotic twice a week to remove dead hair and keep the coat shiny and healthy. A monthly bath is a good idea. Be sure to blow dry the cat thoroughly. Excessive tearing can be a problem in this breed, so wipe the corners of the eyes clean daily to prevent under eye stains from forming. The British short hares short, smooth coat is simple to groom with weekly brushing or combing to remove dead hairs. A bath is rarely necessary. Brush the teeth to prevent periodontal disease. Daily dental hygiene is best, but weekly brushing is better than nothing. Trim the nails weekly. Wipe the corners of the eyes with a soft, damp cloth to remove any discharge. Use a separate area of the cloth for each eye so you don't run the risk of spreading any infection. Check the ears weekly. If they look dirty, wipe them out with a cotton ball or soft damp cloth moistened with a 50-50 mixture of cider vinegar and warm water. Avoid using cotton swabs, which can damage the interior of the ear. It's a good idea to keep an exotic and British short hair as an indoor only cat to protect them from diseases spread by other cats, attacks by dogs or coyotes, and the other dangers that face cats who go outdoors, such as being hit by a car. Exotics and British short hares who go outdoors also run the risk of being stolen by someone who would like to have such a beautiful cat without paying for it. Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning they eat almost exclusively meat. Their diet should consist of no more than 5% carbohydrates and most of their protein should come from an animal source. It's hard to accomplish this nutritional requirement by providing only dry food as most commercially available dry food contains a lot of carbohydrates, fillers, plant protein, and other ingredients that are not natural for a cat to eat. Another important consideration is your cat's water intake. Cats in the wild get most of their hydration from their diet, not by actually drinking water as most people think. Can cat food is about 70 to 80% water, while dry food is only about 10% water. Although you can make up some of the water lost by providing a bowl or fountain of water, it's still not usually enough to cover the difference. If your cat is healthy and doesn't have special dietary requirements, then mainly wet food with dry food being supplementary and raw food being optional will likely be fine. These cat breeds are mild-mannered cats, adaptable, and can do well in homes with children who treat them nicely. They also get along with cat-friendly dogs. They love the attention he receives from children who treat him politely and with respect, and are forgiving of clumsy toddlers, supervise young children and show them how to pet the cat nicely. Instead of holding or carrying the cat, have them sit on the floor and pet him. Other cats will not disturb his equilibrium. For best results, always introduce any pets, even other cats, slowly and in a controlled setting. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. Thank you for watching.