Exotic Shorthair
Short coat · United States
The Exotic Shorthair is essentially a Persian in a plush teddy-bear package — same sweet face and calm temperament, but with a much easier-to-maintain short coat. Gentle, quiet, and devoted, they make exceptional apartment cats.
Breed Statistics
- 12–15 yrs
- Lifespan
- 3.5–7 kg
- Weight
- 20 min/day
- Exercise
- Regular brushing
- Grooming
Temperament
- Calm
- Gentle
- Playful
- Affectionate
- Quiet
Daily Calorie Range
200–300 kcal/day
For an average adult Exotic Shorthair. Adjust for weight, age, and activity level.
5 Facts About the Exotic Shorthair
- 1
The Exotic Shorthair was created in the 1950s by crossing Persians with American Shorthairs to produce a shorter-coated version.
- 2
Breeders originally called them 'the lazy person's Persian' — all the looks with a fraction of the grooming.
- 3
They share the Persian's flat face, round body, and plush coat but in a significantly shorter, plush version.
- 4
Exotic Shorthairs consistently rank as one of the top three most popular pedigreed cat breeds worldwide.
- 5
Despite their relaxed appearance, they enjoy interactive play and can be surprisingly athletic when motivated.
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