Origin story
There are no reliable sources about the appearance of a beauty with mysterious fur. The first mention of it appears around 1860, when a cat of this breed was brought to England. She was then called “Arkhangelsk”, so, most likely, she came from a cold northern city, however, according to other sources, a similar cat was called “Spanish”.
Based on all sorts of legends, the beauty with gray-blue fur could have come to Russia from Spain or the East. However, legends remain legends, and this breed is everywhere recorded as the “Russian Blue cat”.
During the Second World War, the breed almost disappeared, but was restored by specialists.
A photo of a Russian Blue cat perfectly demonstrates the beauty and grace of this breed.
Sphinx
Sphinx
The strange and at the same time funny sphinx was bred in Russia in the mid-80s of the last century.
For some people, the sight of cats without hair and a rather menacing expression on their “faces” does not make a very good impression. But this is just the beginning. In fact, these cats are very pleasant in every way. Their skin is soft, silky and quite hot (why not a living heating pad?). These cats are very affectionate and adore their owners.
They really do have one drawback - they can’t freeze. If the Sphynx lives in a cold room, it will begin to grow fur and you will get an ordinary yard cat.
YARD CATS AND CATS.
Personality of the Russian Blue cat
The breed embodies all the best features of the Russian intelligentsia - it is aristocratic, meek and soft. However, if desired, she can be willful and independent.
Russian Blue kittens are very playful and retain this quality in later life.
The Russian Blue will play and jump with pleasure, but will not allow itself to be made into a resigned toy.
The cat is considered an excellent hunter, and this feature constantly forces it to look for prey. A fly or mouse will make her throw away all aristocracy and behave like an ordinary Murka. At the same time, the graceful animal will try not to demolish half the house.
Read here Ocicat - detailed description, nature of the breed, price and nuances of maintenance (95 photos)
If there is no live prey, the cat will happily engage in its own toys or outdoor games. Therefore, it is better for her to purchase a multi-story house filled with labyrinths and stands.
If there is no such house, the cat will easily use cabinets and shelves to practice jumping.
The Russian Blue gets along well with children, can play with them endlessly and will never scratch the baby.
The cat is also quite friendly towards other family members, especially if they play with it. She does not choose one owner, treating all owners equally.
Not an intrusive and completely independent nature, the blue beauty will happily play with people, and if they are not inclined to move, then she will simply sit next to them, enjoying their presence and giving a gentle purr.
These cats do not particularly like strangers and prefer to sit somewhere until the guest leaves. But the Russian Blue will study all new subjects from all sides.
Breed varieties
Selection in Europe, separately in England, the USA, and Russia proceeded independently of each other, so different types of breed and standards appeared:
- European - the color is called ideal, but the animals have practically no undercoat.
- American - due to the strong influx of Siamese blood, it has a bias towards Oriental. At the same time, the eye color is rich green and it is established in kittens at 4 months.
- Scandinavian – strong bones, rounded head, thick double coat.
- The Russian is an almost ideal type, but lacks the silvery coat and takes a long time to develop eye color.
Caring for a Russian Blue cat
The cat does not require special care; it is enough to comb the animal’s fur once a week. If the animal sheds, then it is better to do this exercise twice a week.
The Russian Blue cat is very clean, so her litter box should always be clean with fresh litter.
Photo of Russian Blue cat
Help the site, share with friends 
