British Longhair or Chinchilla Persian: which cat should you choose?
British Longhair or Chinchilla Persian? Differences in temperament, coat, care, health and price to choose the…
Code Fatate is a hobby cat breeder near Naples, in San Giorgio a Cremano, at the foot of Vesuvius. We breed two long-haired breeds with a sweet temperament: the Chinchilla Persian (silver and golden) and the British Longhair. The kittens are born and raised at home, among us, and are rehomed with families in Naples, Campania and all over Italy.
Our breeds
Chinchilla Persian
The cat with a silver or golden coat, darker tipping on the hair and emerald green eyes rimmed with black. Calm, affectionate, perfect for apartment life. Discover our Chinchilla Persian breeding.
British Longhair
The long-haired version of the British: sturdy body, round face, a balanced and patient temperament, ideal with children and other pets. Discover our British Longhair breeding.
Persian or British: the differences
We breed both, and the question we are asked most often is: what is the difference between the Persian Chinchilla and the British Longhair? Both are calm, long-haired cats that are perfect for apartment life, but they differ in looks, temperament and everyday care.
| Feature | Chinchilla Persian | British Longhair |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | A variety of the Persian, developed in England in the late 19th century | Great Britain: it comes from the British Shorthair crossed with the Persian to get the long coat |
| Head and face | Short face, small nose, doll-like expression | Large, round head, full cheeks, teddy-bear expression |
| Body | Compact, medium bone structure | Strong and muscular, medium to large size |
| Coat | Very long and silky, white with only the tips silver or gold | Long and dense, with an undercoat; many colours: blue, lilac, cream, bicolour, tabby, colourpoint |
| Eyes | Emerald green, rimmed in black | Large and round: copper, orange, blue or green depending on the coat colour |
| Temperament | Calm and very sweet, loves peace and quiet and cuddles | Balanced, affectionate but independent, patient with children and other pets |
| Coat care | Daily brushing and eye cleaning | Two or three brushings a week, more during shedding |
| Life expectancy | 12–16 years | 12–16 years |
| Ideal for | People with time for daily grooming who want a sofa cat | People with less time for grooming, and families with children |
In short: Chinchilla Persian: the most elegant and cuddly cat, but it needs brushing every day. British Longhair: sturdier and more independent, and needs less grooming time. The full comparison is in our guide British Longhair or Chinchilla Persian: which cat should you choose?. Still not sure which one is right for you? Message Claudia on WhatsApp: she will tell you about the temperament of the kittens of both breeds.
How our kittens grow up
- At home, not in a cage: the kittens live with us and their moms, used to noises, people and daily cuddles.
- Rehoming after 12 weeks: weaned, dewormed, with their first vaccinations and a health booklet.
- Selection of breeding cats: we carefully choose bloodlines for health, breed type and temperament.
- Followed afterwards too: we remain available for advice on feeding, grooming and settling into the family.
Available kittens and waiting list
Litters aren't continuous: when there are no kittens available you can join the waiting list and we'll let you know as soon as they're born, with a notification on your phone. Or write to us on WhatsApp to find out about upcoming litters.
Cat breeder near Naples and delivery all over Italy
We are in San Giorgio a Cremano (Naples), close to Portici, Ercolano, Pompei, Casoria, Caserta and Salerno. Families from all over Italy can come and meet the kittens or arrange a safe delivery with us.
Guides and tips from our blog
In the blog dedicated to cats you'll find articles on kitten prices, feeding, coat care and the differences between the British Longhair and the Chinchilla Persian.
