How much does an adult British Shorthair cost?

An adult British Shorthair costs around £200. This is the average price of the British Shorthair itself and other costs involved include vet bills and supplies, cat food, treats and toys.

Where can I find an adult British Shorthair for sale?

Adult British Shorthairs are often available through three main channels: Retiring Breeders (who may rehome a cats after its breeding career), Private Rehoming due to lifestyle changes, and Breed-Specific Rescues. When browsing our adult listings, look for 'TICA Registered' or 'Health Tested' tags. Unlike kittenss, adult catss should be assessed for their behavior around children, other pets, and their ability to be left alone, as these are the most common reasons for adult rehoming.

What should I look for when buying a British Shorthair kitten?

Key things include health checks, vaccinations, pedigree documents, breeder reputation, and the kitten's temperament. Our site features detailed adverts and breeder profiles to help you make an informed decision. Read our British Shorthair Buyers Guide for more information.

Is it better to buy a kitten from a licensed breeder?

Licensed breeders meet high standards for animal welfare and breeding ethics. british-shorthair-owners.co.uk highlights licensed breeders so you can trust you're getting a well-cared-for kitten.

Adult British Shorthairs For Sale

22 Adult British Shorthairs For Sale in the UK

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Domestic Short Hair Cat- Nela
7 hours ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
Nela is 3 years old. She is a lovely cat who likes fuss. She is shy at first and aware of new people. She doesn’t like any fish products ( food. treats etc). She likes her cat food in jelly and a bowl of dried biscuits. Nela uses her litter tray and doesn’t wet or soil. She is usually fed half a pouch in the morning and half a pouch in the evening. She likes to sleep on a

£50

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Amy Active Today

Private seller in Dunstable, Bedfordshire
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Male Ginger Cat
7 hours ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
Male Ginger Cat – 3 Years Old – Neutered – Loving Home Needed Meet Simba, our beautiful 3-year-old ginger male cat. He is neutered, healthy, and has a lovely, gentle personality. ✔️ Very friendly and affectionate ✔️ Great with children ✔️ Good with dogs ✔️ House trained Simba is a calm and loving companion who enjoys being around people. This is a very

£60

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Mónika Active Today

Private seller in Canvey Island, Essex
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adult cat
10 hours ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
female cat 3yrs old having to re-home as she is too nervous around dogs eats dry biscuits not neutered very loving

£50

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christina Active Today

Private seller in Maltby, South Yorkshire
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Tabby shorthair cat
1 day ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
Female Very good cat Out door and indoor too Caring and loving Collect in bd8 Need to gone one week asap because im move out

£150

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Laila Active Today

Private seller in Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Cute & Active Kittens Ready for new Home
2 days ago
- Ready Now
We dont want to sell them u can take it for FR33 As long you can take care of them Or we can pay 50£ to you take as well Because i need to move house and other can have pets : We have 2 beautiful and healthy cats available – 1 male and 1 female, both raised in a loving home environment. They are very friendly, playful, and well-socialized, making them perfect companions for

£29

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khan Active Today

Private seller in Walsall, West Midlands
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Sholy
2 days ago
- Ready in 7 weeks
Its a girl she is lovely cat she is indoor cat

£300

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Samina Active Today

Private seller in Bradford, West Yorkshire
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Meet Biti and Rocky: Two Unique Personalities Seeking New Homes
3 days ago
- Ready in 2 weeks
Due to our relocation abroad, we are looking for the best possible homes for our two boys, Biti and Rocky. They are both fully vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered. They are independent of each other and can be rehomed separately to the right owners." Biti (4 Years Old) – The Bold & Affectionate King Biti is a 4-year-old "mummy’s boy" who absolutely thrives on attention.

£55

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Syed Active Today

Private seller in Crystal Palace, London
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Cat missie
1 week ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready in 1 week
My lovely girl missie needs a new home missie doesn't get on with other animals I have tried absolutely everything she hates my other female cat .. shes an affectionate girl although not a lap cat she never been aggressive shes also used too being inside although she does venture into the garden I feel she would suit someone with a quiet household I would like updates on her I

£50

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Charli

Private seller in St Ives, Cambridgeshire
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Kayo needs rehoming!
1 week ago
- Ready Now
Due to a change in living situation, I can no longer keep Kayo. I am devastated to say the least but he deserves a happy, loving home. He has been an indoor cat with limited outdoor exposure. He loves a cuddle, play & a Lick-E-Lick. He is so friendly, loves to follow you around, he will play with you for ages, cuddle you, pop himself into the funniest positions. I’m so upset

£150

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Hope

Private seller in Cardiff City Centre, Cardiff
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GCCF female cat with female kitten
1 week ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
With a heavy heart we have to rehome our beautiful Luna -GCCF pure breed British Shorthair female cat and her little kitten-female. Kitten was born 5 weeks ago. Luna is our home pet since few weeks old and a kitten is her baby. Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances we have to rehouse our beautiful girl. She’s vaccinated and microchipped, all the paperwork will come

£1,000

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Mrs Active Today

Private seller in Merthyr Tydfil
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Coco & Teddy cats for rehoming
2 weeks ago
- Ready Now
We unfortunately are having to re home our cats due to moving house and not being able to take pets. Coco is female and 16 months old not nurtured and teddy is 12 months old and has been nutured they are both lovely cats and very upset to rehome but want them to go to a good home together ideally.

£10

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Private seller in Romsey, Hampshire
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British Shorthair
2 weeks ago
- Ready Now
British Shorthair White and Ginger We are giving these cats away. We want them to be well and cared for, thank you for your understanding, we are giving them away because we are moving. For price and more details please private message me.

£15

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vkevin

Private seller in North Finchley, London
5
British Short Hair Blue Pedigree
3 weeks ago
- Ready Now
Just the most adorable British Blue. Coming into her prime aged 3 Fabulous, effectionate and caring nature. Small frame with a stunning face and engaging eyes. Reluctant sale due to a change of circumstances.

£225

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Michelle

Private seller in Ashbourne, Derbyshire
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Scottish short hair black cat
3 weeks ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
Simba – Loving but Independent Cat Looking for a New Home 🐾 He is 2 years old born about 2024 April Simba is a very friendly, affectionate cat looking for a new home where he can get the time and attention he deserves. This is a really hard decision, but I don’t have as much time for him anymore, and I want him to be somewhere he can be fully cared for and happy. He’s

£400

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Paige

Private seller in Holyrood, Edinburgh
5
2 cats to be rehomed
3 weeks ago
- Ready in 2 weeks
Chotu - British short hair - ⁠born August 2024 - ⁠cheeky, playful loves food - ⁠very affectionate and prefers being indoors but occasionally likes to be outside - ⁠he’s very kind, loving and friendly Chunky - British short hair (tuxedo type) - ⁠born March 2021 - ⁠shy/reserved enjoys the occasional cuddle loves to be outdoors - ⁠she’s a little anxious and likes

£100

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Shazia

Private seller in Cheadle, Manchester
5
Beautiful British short hair
3 weeks ago
- Ready Now
Beautiful British short hair called Lilly needs a new forever home. She’s good around children and dogs

£700

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Kirsty

Private seller in Carshalton, London
5
Mother cat and 3 kittens
3 weeks ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
Lovely female cat nearly 2 year old shes had 3 babies that is nearly 5 weeks must go with mam and altogether. All healthy mam been regularly wormed and flead also fully vaccinated. Selling due to been pregnant and can't afford to look after then and mam as food ia to much mam will only eat whiskas or flexi food also having dry whiskas food will come with all accessories cat

£250

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Chantelle

Private seller in South Shields, Tyne And Wear
4
1 Year Old Male British Shorthair – Calm, Playful & Very Friendly
3 weeks ago
- Ready Now
1-year-old male British Shorthair cat looking for a loving new home. He has a lovely personality – calm, gentle, and at the same time playful and active. He enjoys playing but also loves relaxing and sitting next to you. He is very friendly, affectionate, and used to being around people. He is also good with children and adapts well to home environments. He is: •

£450

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Abdullah

Private seller in Sheffield, South Yorkshire
4
Blond cat £50
3 weeks ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
**1-Year-Old Male Cat “Sonny” Looking for a Loving Home** Nickname - sonny bunny I’m sadly looking to rehome my 1-year-old male cat, Sonny. He is neutered and microchipped. This is a very difficult decision Please get in touch if you feel you could offer him the right home. DOSE NOT GET ON WITH OTHER CATS !!!

£50

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Merryn

Private seller in Norwich, Norfolk
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Female cat
3 weeks ago
- TICA Registered
- Ready Now
She is 3 years in July neutered vaccinated and microchipped, she is very loving and needs someone who will give her a loving home

£30

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Patricia

Private seller in Swadlincote, Derbyshire

Frequently Asked Questions

An adult British Shorthair costs around £200. This is the average price of the British Shorthair itself and other costs involved include vet bills and supplies, cat food, treats and toys.
Adult British Shorthairs are often available through three main channels: Retiring Breeders (who may rehome a cats after its breeding career), Private Rehoming due to lifestyle changes, and Breed-Specific Rescues. When browsing our adult listings, look for 'TICA Registered' or 'Health Tested' tags. Unlike kittenss, adult catss should be assessed for their behavior around children, other pets, and their ability to be left alone, as these are the most common reasons for adult rehoming.
Key things include health checks, vaccinations, pedigree documents, breeder reputation, and the kitten's temperament. Our site features detailed adverts and breeder profiles to help you make an informed decision. Read our British Shorthair Buyers Guide for more information.
Licensed breeders meet high standards for animal welfare and breeding ethics. british-shorthair-owners.co.uk highlights licensed breeders so you can trust you're getting a well-cared-for kitten.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does an adult British Shorthair cost?

Where can I find an adult British Shorthair for sale?

What should I look for when buying a British Shorthair kitten?

Is it better to buy a kitten from a licensed breeder?

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