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 Cat Breeds - There are a variety of different cat breeds. Read about the many domestic cat breeds, including the Maine Coon and Siamese cats. And view the many cat breeds pictures to see how each breed differs dramatically in coat length and overall look.
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Russian Blue. Russian Blue (formerly known as Archangel or Foreign Blue) cat pictures, FAQs, breed information, Russian Blue breed origins and personality profile.
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RUSSIAN BLUE
The pedigreed Russian Blue occurs in one coat length - short; and only one
colour - blue!
History
It's origination is the
northerly regions of Russia and Scandinavia. Different names have
been given to this cat; Archangel cat, Foreign Blue, Spanish and
Maltese cats.
The only name that really stayed with these cat was
the Maltese and it held until the early l900's.
In 1875 a Russian
Blue was shown in a class for all blue cats. In 1912 the cat was
separated into a class of its own.
After world War II American
breeders started crossing the British cats with some Scandinavian
strains of cats.
Description
The Russian Blue has a long, muscular body with fine bones. Its legs
are long and slender with fine bones.
They have a double coat that is
short, thick and luxurious. No other cat has a coat like the Russian
Blue.
The shape of the fingers will hold in the Russian Blue's coat
when they are run through it. They should be hand groomed daily.
The Russian Blue is seen in only one variety, blue. It is preferred
that they be in the lighter shades of blue with no other markings.
The silver tipping gives the Russian Blue a beautiful, silvery shine.
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Originally known as the Archangel Cat or Foreign Blue, it is believed that they were brought by sailors from the Archangel Isles to England and Northern Europe in the 1860s. Rumor also has the Russian Blue as a descendant of the Royal Cat of the Russian Czars and as a favored pet of Queen Victoria.
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Characteristics and Temperament
Russian Blue's are quiet, shy, very affectionate and devoted to their owners.
They are well suited to indoor life.
This is a tame and loving cat who is loyal to his family. He is
playful, gets along well with children, and other pets. He is quite
smart, will fetch and even open doors.
Special Requirements
Regular brushing to maintain a healthy coat is required. Take care not to
flatten the coat if exhibiting the cat.
Overall the Russian Blue is a healthy easy to
care for elegant cat.
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