Hi everybody

I am looking to get a British Shorthair (or two!) and have heard anecdotal evidence that there is a link between the cat's coat colour/pattern and their temperament.

Does anybody (particularly those who are familiar with the BSH breed) have a view on this from their experience?

Thanks for reading...

I didn't know but when we got Nala (a tortie & white female) everyone we spoke to including the vet said oooh the terrible torties. Apparently they have quite a fiery temperament and like to do their own thing. Also a few people have said the tabbies can be quite mad

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Naughty torties are the only one I know of.

I agree only heard it with Torties I have two and the're both mad. One I was hoping to show as she is perfect type but I couldn't take her anywhere near a show. I've got cats of different colours and patterns but it is only the Torties that cause the problems.

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My tortie is okay but on her last show report, they did mention she had a tortie moment which is most unlike her as she is a very relaxed & laid back lady.

I know plenty of other torties that aren't, however. Mine must be the exception that makes the rule.

Thanks for the replies so far. Am sure there are always exceptions to the rule, but sounds like if I want a more laid back cat then might be best to get something other than a tortie!

Does anyone have experience of the blues, lilacs or creams? Or the bi-coloureds?

Cheers!

Also the colour-points (which I think do look very pretty)?

Tortie aside, I think you'd find that they are similar & the choice would be down to what colour you prefer to look at!

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I have a blue girl and a cream colourpoint boy. My girl likes to be left alone and is quite sedate most of the time whereas my boy is very playful and affectionate. When I chose them at 3 weeks old the breeder predicted these personalities due to their colouring and she was spot on. I expect there are people on here who will have different experiences though.