The Russian Blue, cat with blue hair and green eyes

Russian Blue Cat Facts: History, Personality, Health & characteristics

The Russian Blue is an elegant medium-sized cat with pretty, silky blue hair. His green eyes give him a particular soft look, just like the major characteristic of his character. Discreet, tender and intelligent, the Russian Blue is a perfect pet, especially for calm people.

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• Size: 30cm
• Weight: 2.5 kg to 5 kg
• Hair: short
• Colour: blue-grey, black or white
• Life expectancy: 15 to 20 years
• Gestation period: 63 days

Description and characteristics of Russian Blue

The Russian Blue is a graceful cat with a slender body, light bone and thin legs. Its head is triangular in shape and its skull is flat. The Russian Blue has a fairly long neck. His ears, well apart and erect, are very recognizable. It is a cat with a pretty look with its green almond eyes. 

The coat of the Russian Blue is generally an intense blue-gray all over its body and its silvery reflections give its coat a shiny and silky appearance. His hair has the particularity of being very tight. Russian Blues can also be white or black in color.

Origin of Russian Blue

The origin of Russian Blue is not precisely known. Some think, as his name suggests, that he was born in Russia, while others claim that his origins are indeed Soviet but that he was raised in England. Anyway, the Russian Blue appeared in France at the very beginning of the 20th century and its breed was recognized from the mid-1980s. It has long been surpassed by other breeds of blue-haired cats such as the Chartreux or the British. Following crosses with Siamese, the Russian Blue has found its letters of nobility.

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Character and behavior of the Russian Blue – Who is it for?

The Russian Blue is a calm, quiet, gentle cat who appreciates his comfort. Very attached to his master, he can spend hours lying at his feet. He likes to stay quiet in his house, near the radiator in winter. The presence of children who make noise disturbs the Russian Blue, a cat who appreciates silence and tranquility more than agitation. Because of his shyness, he can be suspicious of people outside his family.

 The Russian Blue, on the other hand, accepts the presence of other animals very well. This cat adapts very well to an apartment, but if it has a garden, it can exercise its hunting skills and be playful and lively.

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