| Little is known about the true origins of the | | | | lifestyles. Russian Blues do not require or crave |
| Russian Blue cat. Some think Russian Blues are a | | | | much human contact and are able to entertain |
| natural breed originating in the Archangel Isles in | | | | themselves for hours at a time. However, they |
| northern Russia. It is thought Russian Blues were | | | | are affectionate and loyal towards their families. In |
| brought to England and northern Europe in the | | | | fact, Russian Blues have been described as |
| 1860s. What is known is that Russian Blues were | | | | sensitive to their families and will try to lighten up |
| first shown at the Crystal Palace in England in | | | | the mood of the house by entertaining those |
| 1875 in competition, but were not recognized as a | | | | around if necessary. They are good with children |
| separate class of cat until 1912. Though Russian | | | | and other family pets, but do startle easily and |
| Blues were brought to American in the early | | | | prefer to be handle gently. Russian Blues are |
| 1900s, interest in the breed did not develop until | | | | prone to obesity so it is important to monitor |
| after World War II. | | | | their diet. |
| Russian Blues have striking green eyes and an | | | | There is a website that has great information on |
| expression that makes it look as if they are | | | | Russian Blue and most other breeds of cats. It |
| always smiling. They have a solid slivery blue coat | | | | has details that pertain to a cat breeds health, |
| that is short and thick and feels silky. In fact, it is | | | | grooming, living conditions, best food choices and |
| this legendary silkiness that caused Russian Blues | | | | more, the website is called: Dog And Cat Facts, |
| to be hunted for the fur at one point. Some | | | | and can be found at this url: |
| Russian Blues are born with 'ghost stripes' that | | | | By Robert W. Benjamin |
| fade by adulthood. | | | | Copyright © 2006 |
| Their coats do not require much grooming, though | | | | You may publish this article in your ezine, |
| Russian Blues do enjoy being groomed by their | | | | newsletter on your web site as long as it is |
| human companions. Described as shy (especially | | | | reprinted in its entirety and without modification |
| around strangers), Russian Blues are still excellent | | | | except for formatting needs or grammar |
| pets especially for people and families with busy | | | | corrections. |