The
Siberian
is an
extraordinary
cat: with his imposing build and thick fur, he is ready to face the horrors of the far north ...
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Origin
As its name suggests, the Siberian is a breed of cats of Russian origin, and more precisely from Siberia.
If the recent breed was only recently recognized by institutions, it has nevertheless been present for several centuries in Russia.
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For some, this breed is probably the result of crosses between wild cats from the Urals and domestic cats.
For others, it would be a cross between local Russian cats and Angora cats from the Middle East that arrived in the luggage of long-haul travelers.
One thing is certain: since its appearance in Europe in the 1980s, and particularly in France, the Siberian has conquered the hearts of feline lovers.
By making it even one of the most beloved cats of the French.
Character
The
Siberian
is a cat who knows how to be loved by everyone.
Sweet, affectionate and intelligent, his character and his ability to integrate into any environment is appreciated by his masters.
Admittedly, his thick and waterproof coat allows him to enjoy the joys of a garden, but he appreciates just as much the softness of an apartment life.
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Curious and sociable, he naturally goes out to meet other cats, and even dogs.
Less talkative than the Siamese, the Siberian likes to communicate with the humans of his home.
If he likes to spend long moments on the sofa, the Siberian is an active cat to whom, especially if he lives in an apartment, it will be advisable to offer moments of play.
The Siberian has a powerful and muscular body.
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Physical
The Siberian can make think of the Norwegian or the Maine coon, because they have in common their strong build and their thick fur.
However, the Siberian has a rounder head and eyes than the Norwegian forest cat and does not have the square nose and plumes on the ears of its American counterpart.
The Siberian has a powerful and muscular body.
It can be medium to large in size with moderately tall, muscular legs.
Note, females are much smaller and lighter than males.
The male generally weighs between 7 and 8 kg, but can weigh up to 12 kg for larger specimens.
Females weigh between 4 and 6 kg.
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Side size, a Siberian can measure up to 35 cm at the withers.
The coat of the Russian cat is medium to long, shiny and waterproof.
Its coat protects it both from the rain, but also from the cold, because it is very thick with a woolly undercoat.
On the color side, the coat of the Siberian can be of any color to be registered with the LOOF, except the colors chocolate, lilac, cinnamon or fawn.
Price
The price of a
Siberian
varies according to the breedings and the pedigree of the line.
Male and female will not cost you the same price.
In general, a Siberian will be sold between 800 and 1600 euros and a female between 600 and 1400 euros.
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Health
The Siberian has robust health. Since Siberians have long hair, you will need to help them take care of their coat by brushing them regularly. Finally, as with any animal, it is important to regularly monitor your cat's health and follow your veterinarian's recommendations to ensure good health.
