How Much Does a Pedigree British Shorthair Cost?
La Bella Vita British Shorthair Cattery
One of the most common questions people ask about this wonderful breed is: how much does a pedigree British Shorthair cost?
The price of a kitten varies depending on several factors, including bloodlines, conformation, genetic selection and breeding practices.
At La Bella Vita British Shorthair Cattery, our aim is not simply to breed beautiful cats, but to raise healthy, well-balanced, thoroughly socialised British Shorthairs, bred in accordance with international breed standards.
What determines the price of a British Shorthair
The price of a pedigree British Shorthair kitten depends on several important factors.
The main factors include:
🐾 Quality of the bloodlines and a certified pedigree
🧬 Genetic selection and health screening for breeding cats
🏆 Any titles awarded at cat shows
🩺 Veterinary checks and health screening carried out
🏡 Breeding practices, environment and kitten socialisation
A responsible breeder invests considerably in the health, careful selection and welfare of their cats.
How responsible breeders differ from other sellers
When looking for a British Shorthair, it is important to distinguish between:
- registered breeders providing official pedigrees
• kittens sold without pedigree documentation
• informal advertisements
A cattery registered with ANFI (FIFe) provides traceable pedigrees, adherence to breed standards and a commitment to feline health.
Our Approach to Breeding
The La Bella Vita British Shorthair Cattery is registered with ANFI (the Italian National Feline Association), a member of FIFe.
Our kittens grow up in a family home, with plenty of human contact to help them develop a calm, affectionate temperament.
Every kitten goes to their new home:
✔️ with an ANFI pedigree recognised by FIFe
✔️ with a registered microchip
✔️ with vaccinations and veterinary checks
✔️ accustomed to using a litter tray and living in a home
Kitten Information
To enquire about available British Shorthair kittens at La Bella Vita Cattery, please contact us for details of our current and planned litters.
We would be happy to answer your questions and help you decide whether a British Shorthair is the right cat for your family. 💙
