The American shorthair cat has a reputation as an American breed The first cats of this type were brought over from Europe. They were valued for their ability as great hunters and killing disease-carrying rats.In later years, this breed was put to work hunting rodents during the Gold Rush of 1849 and was a favorite of farmers. The American shorthair in 1906 was recognized as one of the first five registered breeds by the Cat associeation.
The average Domestic Longhair cat weight is 8-15 pounds depending on sex, with a body length of around 18 inches and a tail length of approximately 12 inches.
It has survived not only five centuries, but also the leap into electronic typesetting, remaining essentially unchanged.