The Siberian cat is the most hypoallergenic , that is to say low allergenic, breed of cat. This is why it can be adapted to people normally allergic to cats. The Siberian naturally produces little of the allergenic protein FEL D1, responsible for allergies for 85% of people allergic to cats.

Behind its stocky and muscular appearance, the Siberian cat is in fact a big ball of tender and affectionate hair, with extraordinary dimensions. It is an intelligent, lively cat and very attached to its owner which makes it an ideal companion.

 

• Size: 35 cm

• Weight: from 4 kg to 10 kg

• Hair: medium long

• Life expectancy: 15 to 20 years

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Description and characteristic

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The Siberian cat is an imposing size cat. Females have the distinction of being much smaller than males. The body of the Siberian cat, with developed muscles, is powerful. It has large legs with round feet. Seen in profile, its wide, straight ears seem to be tilted forward. The coat of the Siberian cat is smooth and shiny with a very dense layer of undercoat, a heritage due to its original habitat in the harsh climate to which the Siberian cat has adapted. Its hairs have the characteristic of being waterproof.

 

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His origin

 

The Siberian cat is a breed that appeared recently. He is from Russia, more precisely from Siberia as the name suggests. The Siberian cat is certainly the result of crossing wild cats from the Urals, the Central Siberian plateau and the Caucasus mountains with domestic cats. The Siberian cat arrived in Europe at the end of the 1980s. It is now very widespread all over the world, and it is even the ninth most popular cat in France.

 

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His character and behavior

 

The Siberian cat has little to do with its wild ancestors. It is a very sociable, intelligent, very affectionate cat who likes to communicate with its owner to whom it is very attached. The Siberian cat is lively and needs to exert itself by playing in particular. That is why he appreciates the presence of children. The Siberian cat also easily accepts the presence of other animals at its side.

 

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Its needs

 

The Siberian cat adapts very well to apartment life. However, his hunting instinct means that he must be able to exercise himself. For this, a cat tree will be very appreciated by the Siberian cat. On the maintenance side, the dress of the Siberian cat does not require any particular care apart from one brushing per week. The latter should be more frequent during its moulting period.

 

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His food

 

The diet of the Siberian cat must be rich in protein and contain few fats and few carbohydrates. In addition to the high-end kibbles available on the market, it is advisable to offer raw foods from time to time such as meat, organ meats, eggs or fish, to the Siberian cat.

 

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The health of the Siberian

 

The Siberian cat is a robust cat which does not have any particular health problems. Like most cats with medium to long hair, they tend to swallow their hair when they wash. These can then form balls in his stomach and cause intestinal obstruction. It is therefore recommended to regularly brush the Siberian cat.