Why get a Siberian?

Appearance: Siberians are one of the most beautiful cat breeds with rounded features, sweet faces, and a compact body consisting of strong back legs and big feet with tufts of fur that wrap their paws in warmth. The delicate wisps of hair in their ears have fur points at the top and a large ruff that makes them look very regal, complete with a beautiful long full tail. They are medium-sized cats.

Hypo-Allergenic: Siberians have little or no Fel-D-1 protein. This is the protein that causes reactions in people who are allergic. This breed is the answer to many allergy-prone cat lovers!

Easy Care: The Siberian cat does not have any special nutritional requirements. You may want to choose food with added Omega fatty acids to support healthy skin and keep your cat's coat in excellent condition.

The Siberian cat has a very thick triple coat. It consists of long guard hairs on the outside, a second long coat of awn hairs, and a shorter, downy undercoat that lies close to the skin. Surprisingly, this coat tends to remain tangle-free, even without frequent brushing. Their coat is less dense but waterproof, results in less shedding than other breeds, and provides plenty of warmth in winter.

Since the Siberian cats are so playful and energetic, you might want to keep their claws trimmed to help prevent damage to your furnishings, clothing, and skin. In addition, you may wish to promote better dental health by teaching your cat to allow you to brush their teeth.

Siberian cats love to show off their athletic prowess. They will do so whether you provide them with appropriate cat furniture or not. These kitties truly appreciate tall cat condos with big platforms to accommodate their large size. They also enjoy wall-mounted shelves, window seats, scratching posts, and interactive toys.

While you won't have to provide your cat with too much encouragement to play during its formative years, you may need to take the lead later in life.

Attitude: Intelligent and playful, the Siberian cat loves giving and receiving affection. These adorable kitties live to spend their days and nights alongside their favorite people. They have melodic voices rather than the harsher voices of other talkative breeds, such as the Siamese.

Siberian cats have an excellent reputation for friendliness, even where strangers are concerned. These cats happily greet everyone, and they can befriend very young children, other felines, and respectful dogs.

Even though they are friendly and playful, Siberian cats are not very mischievous. They will get into things on occasion, but they are far more interested in watching their favorite humans. Sometimes they will even provide tidbits of advice via those chirping, trilling, meows that contribute to their lovability. Since they like water and have water-resistant coats, Siberians have a comical habit of playing in the water and even joining their favorite people at shower time.

The Siberian cat does have a mellow side. Still, quiet behaviors may take some time to dominate as this breed doesn't reach full maturity until about five years of age.

Siberian cats aren't clingy, but they thrive with companionship. They have a communal nature. They demonstrate "dog-like" behavior and are highly trainable. They will come when called, love learning tricks, playing fetch, and greet you at the door. They are usually unafraid of strangers and are very loyal and loving. Siberians are good-natured, intelligent animals. Energetic, friendly, playful, affectionate

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Siberian cat cost?

Siberian cats cost between $1500-$3000. If you are highly allergic and need testing to ensure the proteins are below your level, you could pay as much as $6-7,000.

How big do Siberian cats get?

Siberian cats tend to be medium in size. A fully grown Siberian cat might weigh between 17-26 pounds or more and range in height anywhere from 9"- 11" inches tall.

How long do Siberian cats live?

The Average lifespan for Siberians is 12-15 years.

Do Siberian cats shed?

Siberian are long-haired cats, so you do have to expect a certain amount of shedding from this breed, but they don't shed as much as other cat breeds.