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Russian Blue
💎 The shimmery blue beauty! Russian Blues have a silver-blue coat and bright green eyes. They are shy but super sweet with their favorite person.
⚡ Quick Facts
Size
Medium
Weight
7-12 lbs (3-5 kg)
Life Expectancy
15-20 years
Energy Level
Medium
Good with Children
Usually
Apartment Friendly
Yes
💖 Personality & Behavior
They are like little ghosts - quiet and gentle. They might hide from guests but will snuggle you when you are alone. Very smart!
🍖 Food & Treats
They love food and can get chubby! They often have a 'smile' on their face while eating.
⚠️ General information only - for specific dietary needs, consult a veterinarian
🧶 Play & Activities
Favorite Games & Activities:
- Fetch
- Feather wands
- Sunbathing
- Catching flies
- Quiet games
They surprisingly love to play fetch! But they play quietly. They are great at catching bugs too.
🏡 Living Environment
Perfect apartment cats. They are clean and quiet. They like a peaceful home without too much noise.
✨ Fun Facts
- They are known for their 'Mona Lisa Smile'.
- Legend says they were kept by Russian Czars.
- Their coat feels like plush velvet.
- They are naturally low-shedding (but not hypoallergenic).
- Born with blue eyes that turn vivid green.
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