Norwegian forest

Impressed by the exterior appearance like wild cats, Norwegian Forest proves to be a loving and loyal companion that is not dependent on its owner's attention. Norwegian forest is indicated active people with a busy schedule, as it is able to adapt to most circumstances and tolerate a few hours of solitude.

History and Origin

Despite the high waist and wild appearance, Norwegian forest is not a descendant or a hybrid of any species of wild cat. Called Skogkatt Norsk (Norwegian forest cat, norwegian forest) in Norway, Norwegian forest may have arrived in northern Europe several hundred years ago, as a descendant of domestic cats brought to Europe by the Romans.Reference to large cats with long hair are in Scandinavian mythology.Since the Scandinavian myths have been passed through generations orally for several hundred years before being recorded in the Edda poems, somewhere between the year 800 BC and 1100 BC, it is clear that long-haired domestic cats have been in Norway for a long time.The climate in northern Norway provided a harsh test these cats. Only copies of the most robust and strongest have survived, so that, for centuries, cats have developed robust constitution, waterproof fur, long, fine senses and strong instincts. The first club of Norwegian forest cat breed was founded in 1934, and in 1838, the first copy of this breed was displayed in an exhibition cat in Oslo, Norway. During the Second World War, the breed was on the brink of extinction, and crossing the Norwegian domestic cat with short hair life threatening Norwegian forest as purebred. After the war, the Norwegian cat breeders started breeding and selection program to save the breed from extinction. Their efforts were successful, and the breed was named the national cat of the late King Olaf of Norway. Norvegienele berries have arrived in the U.S. in November 1979. In 1980, a small group of American breeders have focused efforts to make it possible to recognize the breed of offices in North America. Today, the breed is recognized by most associations and is the fourth race of cats with long hair as popularity, according to the CFA (Cat Fanciers Association).

The breed is recognized by the following organizations and international officials: American Association of Cat Enthusiasts (AACE) American Cat Association (ACA) American Cat Fancier's Association (ACFA) Canadian Cat Association (CCA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) Cat Fanciers' Federation (CFF), The International Cat Association (TICA) United Feline Organization (UFO).

Appearance and Size

Although there are some similarities between the Norwegian Forest and Maine Coon, they are separate breeds.Maine Coon is higher than the Norwegian forest, and plant characteristics of the two breeds are totally different.Norwegian forest cat is a stocky and muscular hind legs longer. The body is of medium length, well proportioned and muscular with a deep chest and strong bones. Head shape fits into an equilateral triangle. The eyes are large and expressive. Ears of medium size, round face continuous line joining the base of the ear. The feature that differentiates indeed other races Norwegian forest is splendid fur. To double coat, thick and long, "mane" Royal Norwegian forest make it appear larger than it actually is. Outer hair waterproof and naturally protects greasy deep fluff, isolated. Numerous tufts of hair decorating ears and paws also seem well dressed and provided with tufts of hair protects feline feet of ice and snow. Norvegienele berries grow quite slowly, reaching full development needs around the age of 5 years. The tail is long and bushy. Tigratul (tabby) and white is the most common design, Norwegian forest is found in a variety of colors and designs, except those that would indicate a possible hybridization (figure Siamese, chocolate or lilac colors). Eyes can be in various shades of green, gold, green and gold, while white copies can be blue eyes or squinting.

Personality

Do not be fooled by well-defined muscles and wild appearance. Despite his years in the wilderness, in the Norwegian woods, or maybe because of them, Norwegian Forest will prefer to be caress and cuddle in your arms but run. Cute, friendly, they form strong bonds based on affection with their human companions. Not afraid of anything, easily adapting to most circumstances and lifestyles. No noisy cats, preferring to "Write" body language. They hold only meow if anything inappropriate, such as a food bowl empty. Cats are purring strong and can hear from the next room. There are cats that will stay in your arms, preferring to tolaneasca next to you rather than you.

Home and Family Relations

Norwegian forest is active medium inside the house, alertness, reaction capacity and quite independent.

Accept the presence of children and other pets, especially if they grow up with.

In general, are used to living outside, very happy if you have a yard, but easily adapts and lives in an apartment.Withstands temperatures low and it seems like the rain.

Norvegienele berries are active and playful, maintaining the same temperament as an adult. Natural athletes, Norvegienelor forest and like to investigate the area, climb atop trees or library. They can become indoor only pets as long as they are given enough space, climbing equipment and attention and affection.

Particular aspects

Coat length varies depending on the season. Spring, Norwegian forest removes his thick long coat and winter and fall in the summer, shorter and thinner. This shedding is so obvious, that Norwegian forest, summer, almost looks like a completely different cat, but still having them bushy tail, ears and zulufii the pads of your fingers to remind the Norwegian woods in winter. During molting periods, thorough brushing, brush daily with a fine-toothed metal is absolutely necessary to prevent tangling and hair frosting and limit the amount of hair deposited on surfaces and objects in your home. At other times of the year, Norwegian forest fur require a minimum of care. Brush the coat once a week is usually sufficient to prevent tangling and losing its luster.

Diseases and current conditions

In general, berries are some cats Norvegienele strong and healthy, which with proper nutrition, exercise, veterinarian care (vaccinations, deworming, regular, etc..) And affection from the owner will be enduring.

There are no reported problems Ghent specific Norwegian forest. Specific current cats are prone diseases in general, without an increased frequency of one of them. Males are not safe from feline urologic syndrome (formation of stones in the kidney or bladder), so that should be taken more attention on food and appearance of any difficulty urinating.

After a certain age, depending on the individual and tend to make dental plaque, mainly on molars and carnasiere.

Norvegienele gourmet berries are being obesity prone. For this reason, it is, if possible, to receive a limited amount of food and proper.

Ideally, after the age of 6-8 years, even if you have a healthy specimen, to a routine and make some investigations (ultrasound, x-ray, blood and urine) to detect early any sensitivities and to try to remedy them through proper diet or with appropriate treatment.

The average life expectancy of a Norwegian forest is 10-14 years.