What does a Domestic Shorthair's coat look like?

Short, any color or pattern. Size: Medium.

Domestic Shorthair

Q: How do I know if my cat is a Domestic Shorthair?

Look for: Short coat in any color/pattern; No pedigree papers; Moderate build; Highly variable appearance. The Domestic Shorthair is not a formal breed but the most common house cat — a mixed-ancestry cat with a short coat. If your cat has no pedigree, this is usually the honest answer.

The Domestic Shorthair is not a formal breed but the most common house cat — a mixed-ancestry cat with a short coat. If your cat has no pedigree, this is usually the honest answer.

Also known as: moggie, mixed-breed cat

Size

Medium

Coat

Short, any color or pattern

Temperament

Varies widely — most common house cat

How to recognize a Domestic Shorthair

Short coat in any color/pattern
No pedigree papers
Moderate build
Highly variable appearance

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