Buyer question
How long does an Exotic Shorthair live?
Our Animal Library gives the Exotic Shorthair a lifespan of 12–15 years.
Source: the Exotic Shorthair page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Exotic Shorthair in the Animal Library
The detail
A Persian in a short, plush coat, bred in the US by crossing Persians with shorthairs. It keeps the Persian’s quiet, sweet temperament and flat face while cutting grooming down to a weekly comb.
- Origin
- United States, 1960s
- Best fit
- Calm homes, apartments
- Temperament
- Quiet, gentle, loyal
What to weigh
The flat face brings the same breathing, tear and dental issues as the Persian. Polycystic kidney disease is common in untested lines.