Siberian Forest Cat
The Siberian is a large and muscular cat breed noticeable for both it's beautiful long coat and raw physicality. Siberians move with grace and are known for their great leap. They have quite a rounded face with small ears, and despite their powerful bodies have sweet and expressive facial features.
Other Names
Siberian Cat
Country of Origin
Russia
Colour
Comes in a variety of colours.
Cost
Size
Large
Health
A generally healthy breed, the Siberian doesn't have any breed specific issues, though will benefit from an annual vet check up.
Life Span
13-16 years
Intelligence
The Siberian Forest Cat requires stimulation and companionship to be happy and healthy. They enjoy games, will learn some tricks and comes to you when called.
Suitability (Children)
Medium
Feeding
The Siberian is a big cat with a big appetite! They need nutritious food and as they can become a little greedy it's a good idea to monitor their intakes to prevent them becoming overweight.
Feeding Cost
Hair Shed
Little
Ailments
A generally healthy breed, the Siberian doesn't have any breed specific issues, though will benefit from an annual vet check up.
Grooming Requirements
The long coat of the Siberian will benefit from a brush and your feline will love the closeness that comes from a good grooming though it is not necessary.
The Siberian Forest cat has lived in Russia for thousands of years, and is the national cat of the country. It is believed that the Siberian cat may even be the ancestor of all the long haired breeds we know and love today!
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