Peterbald cat breed

Peterbald

Developed in Russia in 1994 by crossing Don Sphynx with Oriental Shorthair. The Peterbald carries a hairlessness gene with five recognised coat types from fully bald to short flock.

Le saviez-vous ?

  • Comes in five coat types: ultra-bald, flock, velour, brush, and straight.
  • Coat type can change as the cat matures.
  • Skin colour can change with sun exposure.
  • Named after Saint Petersburg, where they were developed.
  • Highly intolerant of being left alone.

⚡ Faits en bref

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Taille
Moyen
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Poids
7-14 lbs (3-6.5 kg)
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Espérance de vie
12-15 years
Niveau d'énergie
Élevé
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Adapté aux enfants
Oui
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Adapté à l'appartement
Oui

💖 Personnalité et comportement

Highly social and active; do not tolerate being alone for long periods.

🍖 Alimentation et friandises

Hairless cats need more calories to maintain body temperature.

⚠️ Informations générales uniquement — pour des besoins alimentaires spécifiques, consultez un vétérinaire.

🧶 Jeux et activités

Jeux et activités favoris:

  • Fetch
  • Climbing
  • Hide and seek
  • Wand toys

Athletic and intelligent; need daily interactive play.

🏡 Cadre de vie

Indoor only - skin is exposed; provide warm sleeping spots.

✨ Anecdotes

  • Comes in five coat types: ultra-bald, flock, velour, brush, and straight.
  • Coat type can change as the cat matures.
  • Skin colour can change with sun exposure.
  • Named after Saint Petersburg, where they were developed.
  • Highly intolerant of being left alone.