Blue russian cat

• History
• Basic information
• Personality
• Health
• Features feeding
• Care
• The pros and cons

Elegant, graceful cat with gray-blue fur and bright green eyes are incredibly popular worldwide. It’s a smart, generous, empathetic Pets, catching the moods of the owner and taking care of children. Devotees owner, the Russian blue are wary of strangers: the credibility of these plush beauties are not so easy to earn.

The Russian blue cat looks elegant and aristocratic. These species are hard to confuse with others. Bright green eyes against the background of the short hair bluish tint make it popular not only in Russia. Stylish Pets give birth like a normal cat owner and engaged in breeding experts, they can be found in urban apartments and palaces.

The owner of the Russian blue cat is a sensitive and attentive pet that can capture any shade of the mood of the owner. She loves children, who return our affection. Cats Russian blue breed characteristic devotion, they are always anxiously looking for strangers, but to buy their trust with the attention, care, and unobtrusive attitude.

History

The homeland of the breed – but in New Zealand and Europe also brought varieties of this breed – black and white, officially recognized only by the French society of cat lovers.

In comparison with other breeds, Russian blue called more aristocratic in appearance. Their ancestors are the story from the White sea coast, wherein the 19th century they were imported to the UK. Here plush beauties were appreciated by experts and have occupied a central place in the local exhibitions. London cat owner called the cat breed “Russian blue” or “Arkhangelsk blue.”

Further, in the process of selection, they used a similar breed from different countries, in particular, the British Shorthair. Officially, the breed received the name only in 1949, although it was first presented in London in 1890

Now, the Russian blue is one of the most popular in the world breeds of Shorthair cats. Peak breeding Russian blue has reached in the 90-ies of the 20th century. From 1991 to 2000, she received 133 regional and 23 national awards. Often especially interested in this breed in the Czech Republic, USA, Hungary, Denmark, Sweden.

Basic information

Today cat breeds Russian blue recognizable. It is characterized by:

• thick undercoat;
• silky hair, making the cats of this breed plush;
• green (from light green to emerald green) almond-shaped eyes;
• the torso is elongated;
• well-developed musculature;
• silver-blue color;
• wedge-shaped head;
• large, forward ears;
• average weight (3 – 5.5 kg);
• and a long straight tail.

Kittens of the Russian blue are drawings tabby coat, which will eventually disappear.

Personality

Breed Russian blue will differ playfulness and energy, but its members like to be away from the hustle and bustle of large crowds. The cat of this breed characteristic independence, so unceremoniously groping strangers makes her angry. It is not possible to take yourself in hand if she does not want it.

The Russian blue cat by nature curious, so she expresses interest in unfamiliar people and animals, but if they don’t like her, for herself she would not let. Any person may rely on a favor – he’s a Russian blue cat can even play.

The sensitivity of the breed makes the cat susceptible to the mood swings of the owner. She feels any notes and accordingly reacts to them. If the owner refers to it as she likes, she allows him a lot, but if not, the cat to isolate ourselves, withdraw into himself and live by itself. To gain her trust again is extremely difficult.

Family Russian blue cats perfect. Despite the visual arrogance and pride, they love to play with children, feeling their kindness and sincerity. Playfulness and energy make the cat interesting at any age.

They love to hunt, and although at home this is not possible, the object of the hunt often become flies and other insects that accidentally flew into the window.

Russian blue distinguished by the constancy. They choose a master and brought him infinitely, although get along with all family members. But the special affection they show to only one person can lie in an embrace, licking his way to Express his love.

Cats of the Russian blue breed to get along easily if we accept their way of life. The breed individualism. They are good in themselves, they do not suffer from the lack of close other animals or people, entertain themselves, for example, observing what is happening outside the window, exploring the hidden corners of the apartment, trying to enter closed doors, open cabinets.

Health

Despite the fact that many of the cat’s health is poor, Russian blue health strong. The genetic disease they tend to be rare, they do not have a predisposition to serious illnesses, what has been achieved in good breeding work.

Of diseases, which sometimes occur even in animals with good immune systems, like the Russian blue, it should be noted: panleukopenia, associated with dehydration of the body (vaccination are doing it from a kitten in 2 months); acute respiratory infections; rhinotracheitis; rabies; leukemia (vaccination done at the age of 9 – 10 weeks, repeated after 3 – 4 weeks, 3 months).

Like most cats, Russian blue life expectancy of 14-16 years.

Features feeding

If the owner wants to see the luxurious coat of your pet, you will have to shell out for premium food.

Russian blue cat it is advisable to feed on a clean bowl that should not be washed with cleaners. The breed is very sensitive to smells. For this reason, cats can not stand the smell of stagnant water, stale food, expired food. The cat will probably not be hungry, but if she doesn’t like the smell, the food not touching.

Care

Description of the breed characterizes the Russian blue breed as neat by nature, so special care it requires. Short hair does not clump and does not require frequent combing. As with all cats, the need to periodically do the vaccination, routine examination, treated for fleas and worms.

The pros and cons

Of the advantages of the breed include:

• cleanliness;
• do not need special care;
• the absence of susceptibility to morbidity and good immunity;
• can live in any climatic environment;
• is a luxurious exhibition copy, therefore, of interest to breeders;
• external appeal;
• does not require attention to themselves, preferring the role of an observer;
• not prone to conflicts.

The disadvantages include a dislike of confined space, so a cat can not close in one room, which she quickly investigates and want more. Sometimes confinement can lead to damaged furniture or revenge.