How to Understand the Nebelung29 Oct
Origin
The origin of the Nebelung is almost all natural. In the 1980’s, a female black domestic shorthaired cat by the name of Elsa meet a shorthaired blue Russian tomcat that could have been a stray. From this encounter a litter of kittens was born. In the litter was five solid black or blue shorthairs and solid blue longhair with a beautiful coat, long legs, and a Russian Blue-type body. Cora Cobb adopted the solid blue longhair and gave him the name of Siegfried after the hero in The Ring of the Nebelung. Awhile later Elsa and her beau the Russian Blue tom once again littered some more kittens. This time seven kittens were born, only one longhaired solid blue, this time a female. Cora also adopted this one and named it Brunhilde, Siegfried’s lady love in The Ring of the Nebelung opera. Neither cat was fixed and before long, they had a litter of their own. In May of 1986, this couple gave birth to a litter with three solid blue longhairs. In September of 1987, the TICA accepted the Nebelung for registration.
Height and Weight
The Nebelung is a small to medium size cat weighing around 6 to 8 pounds.
Colors and Coat
The color of the coat is the same as the Russian Blue being a light gray called blue. The difference between the Russian Blue and the Nebelung is the length of the coat. The Russian Blue has a short double coat whereas the Nebelung has a double medium-long soft and silky coat. The coat is a tad shorter on the shoulders and creates pantaloons with an elegant plume for a tail. Eyes are also green just as the Russian Blue.
Temperament and Living Environment
Nebelung’s are a sweet and loving breed similar to that of the Russian Blue. They are a bit leery of strangers and will need to get to know you before being as loving. Some times, they run and hide from strangers and may not come out until the stranger leaves.
This breed loves to be loved but not in your face so to speak. He does give kisses and wants to be included in the family on his terms. In most cases, he likes to lie beside you and sleep. This breed does not like to be left alone for long periods of time.
Grooming
Most cats do not need much grooming except to ensure their fur does not matt. The Nebelung will need combed at least twice per week and during shedding season at least every other day.
Diet and Care
A well balanced diet will be fine. This breed will need his ears cleaned regularly and his claws trimmed.
Health Issues and Life Expectancy
The Nebelung is a healthy breed with a life expectancy of 10 to 15 years.
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