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Aphrodite's Giant Shorthair

Calmgentleaffectionate and companionable

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OriginCyprus

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SizeLarge

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Weight6–10 kg / 4.5–8 kg

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Life expectancy12–16 years

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Coat lengthShort

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ActivityLow–Medium

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HypoallergenicNo — no cat breed is reliably hypoallergenic

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StatusBreed variety; recognized separately or within the parent breed depending on registry

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The Aphrodite's Giant Shorthair is a large cat with a calm, gentle and affectionate temperament. It benefits from daily interaction, activity-appropriate enrichment and routine care.

Recognition by cat registries

TICANo

FIFeNo

WCFYes

CFANo

GCCFNo

📖Breed description

The Aphrodite's Giant Shorthair is a breed or recognized breed variety associated with Cyprus. Typical adult males are roughly 6–10 kg and females 4.5–8 kg, although lines and individual condition vary. Coat: short, close or dense coat. The breed is generally known for a calm, gentle and affectionate temperament. With appropriate care, lifespan is often around 12–16 years.

♥Temperament

Calm, gentle, affectionate and companionable

✂Grooming

Low

⚕Health

No single disorder defines the breed, but routine veterinary care, weight and dental monitoring, and health screening of breeding cats are recommended.

Compatibility & lifestyle

ChildrenUsually good with calm, respectful children

DogsCan live with calm dogs after gradual introduction

Other catsUsually compatible with other cats

IndoorYes; secure outdoor access is optional and should be risk-assessed

Breed standard

Оригінальна назваAphrodite's Giant Shorthair

Альтернативні назвиAphrodite Giant Shorthair

StatusBreed variety; recognized separately or within the parent breed depending on registry

Coat lengthShort

SizeLarge

Вага ♂6–10 kg

Вага ♀4.5–8 kg

Life expectancy12–16 years