Siberian forest cat

  Siberian forest cat size - if you are looking for a medium-sized longhaired cat, the Siberian is the perfect affectionate pet that will take everyone's breath away. This forest cat appeared in Russia, where she needed a very warm coat for protection from the cold. A strong and muscular body with well-developed bones allows you to withstand harsh environmental conditions, and a wonderful character makes you an irreplaceable friend and member of your family. From Russia with love ... The full name of this breed is the Siberian forest cat, but sometimes, although extremely rare, there is another - the Moscow Longhair cat. People also call them gentle giants with a kind heart. The breed even starred in the 2016 film Nine Lives alongside Kevin Spacey, who plays a workaholic father whose mind gets stuck in his daughter's Siberian cat. History of the Siberian cat Siberian cats are native to Russia and are considered a national treasure. It is difficult to say how long ago they app...

Siberian forest cat - the ancestors of this breed are Bukhara cats, which were brought with them by Asian traders. Local settlers willingly acquired them in order to cope with rodents. Bukharin’s quickly assimilated with local taiga cats, adapted to the harsh conditions of the north, grew a warm fur coat and learned to hunt perfectly. Later, thanks to Russian merchants, Siberian cats spread throughout the country. They could be found both in palaces and in the shack of a simple peasant. It is believed that the Siberian cat is the hero of many folk tales and epics. The breed received official recognition only at the end of the 20th century: in 1987 it was first registered in the club "", and in 1992 it was recorded in the World Organization of Cat Fanciers and the standard was approved. Since then, Siberian cats have been actively participating in various exhibitions and international competitions, and often take prizes. Description of the breed Siberian cats are large breed...