Siberian cat

The Siberian cat's personality is often described as dog-like, as they tend not to be shy with strangers. It is a loyal, affectionate, and playful breed. Brown tabby is the most popular color, but it is accepted in all other colors as well. The Siberian is accepted for championship status in most North American cat registries. It is accepted as Miscellaneous Class in CFA.
These large, beautiful cats are as sweet, gentle, affectionate and playful as they are powerful. Originally from Russia, these longhaired beauties are hypo-allergenic due to a protein that is lacking in their system and which often is the source of allergies with other cat breeds.

Siberian Cats are very personable and want to be near their owners. They will meet you at the door when you come home and explain their day to you. They love to sit in your lap and be groomed. All types of toys intrigue them and they will play with just about anything. If you are considering a cat as a lifelong companion, the Siberian cat will give you years of happiness with its loving personality. Some consider its personality 'dog like' in its loyalty.

Siberian Breed Outline

We have a beautiful male Siberian cat named Boo

We have a beautiful male Siberian cat named Boo. He is almost 2 years old, and we could not ask for a better family pet. He is great with our 2 children (14 and 9) and is very affectionate. Everything described about the Siberian applies to Boo. I have terrible cat allergies, and so does my daughter, but we have no problems tolerating him, even when he sleeps on our bed. He is very dog-like in his loyalty and will follow us when we take walks through our neighborhood. He runs to greet us when we get home from work and school. Boo is very smart, we've taught him to do tricks for his food (we can get him to sit and "pop a wheelie" where he hops up and puts his paw on his food dish as we hold it over his head). As Siberians are known for, he's intrigued with water... plays with his water bowl all the time and even jumped into our pool 2 times! He has the sweetest meow that is different from most cats, very sweet and melodic.



We look forward to many wonderful years with Boo, and I highly recommend this breed even to dog lovers!

Posted by wendi.johnsen on Sunday, January 17, 2010

I've had my Siberian, Anastasia, for 4 years and she is the love of my life

I've had my Siberian, Anastasia, for 4 years and she is the love of my life. Large, soft, and incredibly affectionate, she still brings me her toys after she has "killed" them. I spent two years fostering kittens for a local rescue and she treated each litter as if it were her own. She would wash them, keep them warm, and even give up her wet food when the kittens wanted extra. I have worked with other Siberians and the entire breed is just a wonder. Large and powerful but still very gentle and loyal. I could not recommend another breed more than this one.

-Kurt

Posted by kurtfetherolf on Sunday, January 03, 2010

I adopted my 9 month old female Siberian 2 months ago

I adopted my 9 month old female Siberian 2 months ago. She is very playful and friendly, she always greets my friends and loved to be petted. She curls up with me and lays next to me all the time. She's great with kids and new people. She's absolutely amazing.

Posted by mollymudkip on Wednesday, December 30, 2009

I have had my Siberian cat Galenka for 2 months now, she is 4 months old and a total joy, very smart, playful and loveable

I have had my Siberian cat Galenka for 2 months now, she is 4 months old and a total joy, very smart, playful and loveable...she is shy at first with strangers. I brush her everyday so she hasn't had a chance to get any matts...I am very allergic to cats and she does at times give me itchy eyes and the sneezes, but not as bad as a regular cat, I'm so glad I have her!!

Posted by etyler70 on Friday, December 18, 2009

I have a year and a half old Siberian female who I love dearly

I have a year and a half old Siberian female who I love dearly. But she certainly doesn't fit the standard description. When I call her, she comes if she's hungry or wants something. But I've seen her trotting away, deliberately ignoring me as I call and call.



She also hates being groomed and screams and yells and tries to bite and scratch me. But it's necessary since she mats quite badly otherwise, especially in her armpit area.



That said, she's extremely intelligent, sweet to me (though runs and hides from anyone else), and will lay in my arms and purr and cuddle for hours.



Although I have severe cat allergies, I can be around her with a single dose of Allergra each night and she's brought a tremendous amount of joy to my life.



I'd recommend this breed to anyone wanting an adorable and adoring cat.

Posted by dmuldawer on Monday, November 09, 2009

My wife and I have two wonderful Siberian cats, they make fantastic pets

My wife and I have two wonderful Siberian cats, they make fantastic pets. However, any prospective owner should know they require constant grooming (including knot removal) and will coat your house with hair. On the plus side, my wife has terrible cat allergies and even with them shedding all over, they do not bug her.

Posted by 36fry on Friday, August 07, 2009

I have two purebred Siberian cats that I purchased directly from a breeder

I have two purebred Siberian cats that I purchased directly from a breeder. Although I was under the impression they would only shed twice a year, I have had them 2.5 years and they actually shed constantly all year long. On the up side, my husband who is allergic to others cats doesn't seem to be affected by the Siberian breed.

Posted by rebeccaharvey on Sunday, April 26, 2009

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