All About American Shorthair Cats!
When considering buying or adopting an American Shorthair, one of the main things you should take into consideration is the life expectancy. Caring for a pet is a major responsibility, purebred or not. Not only must you provide a loving home for its lifetime, you will also be financially responsible for its needs all those years. Owning an animal can be one of the most rewarding relationships in your life, but make you are ready to commit many years to one first.
The American Shorthair makes a great companion, and you’ll want to do everything you can to keep them happy and healthy. Thankfully, the American Shorthair isn’t known to have very many breed-specific health issues. With luck, the only time this cat will need to see a vet is for routine check-ups and for age-related conditions.
You often hear that American Shorthairs don’t need to be groomed as often because of their short fur, or even that it never needs grooming. This is absolutely untrue! You should consistently groom your American Shorthair to help keep her healthy and happy. That said, the recommended grooming for an American Shorthair is not particularly difficult to keep up with if you are proactive.