American Shorthair
Shorthair · United States · medium
None listed · Typically $1,800 to $3,000 in the USAn easygoing, sturdy family cat with a dense coat and a moderate temperament. Playful without being demanding, and generally healthy.
What they are like
- Energy
- Affection
- Talkative
- Shedding
- Grooming
- With children
- With dogs
- With other cats
How much does an American Shorthair cost?
What changes the price
- Breeding rights cost more than a pet-only contract
- Show-quality kittens and rare colors sit at the top of the range
- Health testing and registration are built into a responsible breeder's price
- Where you are: coastal cities run higher than the rest of the country
- Imported or newly available lines carry a premium
$1,800 to $3,000 for a pet-quality kitten in the US
Typical US range for a pet-quality kitten from a registered breeder, as reported by breeders; checked October 2026.
For this breed
- Silver classic tabby is the signature color and usually the most expensive
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- European ShorthairNone listed
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