![Male vs. Female American Shorthair Cats](https://www.americanshorthair.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/American-Shorthairs-Kissing-1024x709.jpg)
American Shorthair cats are known for their powerful bodies and strong hunting instinct. Both male and female American Shorthair cats have muscular legs and a densely thick coat. While female and male American Shorthairs are generally quite similar, there can be a few subtle physical and personality differences.