Find information about the origin and qualities of NorwegianForest Cat.You will see the beautiful coloring of this kind and lovely animal plus learn about its care requirements.
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By A.D. 1000, Vikings had established trade routes with the Byzantine East.Proof that cats were traded from Byzantium (now Istanbul) to Norway comes from cats with colors common in Turkey but rare across Europe.The domestic NorwegianForest Cat appeared in Norway some time after A.D. 1000.The Siberian and the Turkish Angora, natural longhaired breeds from Russia and Turkey have been named as possible precursors of the large, densely furred NorwegianForest Cat.What ever the breed’s true origins were, the development of the NorwegianForest Cat probably followed the same path as longhaired breeds elsewhere.In cold, wet environments, cats with woolly undercoats and long, water repellent outer coats survived by adapting well to the harsh climates. The Norwegian Forest Cat or “Wegie“ as it’s called, was not regarded as a breed until the 1930s, and planned breeding began in the 1070’s.The first NorwegianForest Cat arrived in America in 1979 and in Britain in the 1980’s.
In appearance the NorwegianForest Cat is large, sturdy, and boxy with back legs that are slightly longer than the front legs. The paws are tufted with fur between the toes.The head is triangular shaped with widely spaced ears and large almond shaped eyes.The NorwegianForest cat has eye color that ranges from green and hazel to gold. The breed’s weight ranges from 7 to 20 pounds.
The NorwegianForest cat has a coat that is well designed to withstand the harshest of winters but by spring it sheds its dense woolly undercoat leaving only the plumed tail and the tufts of the ears and feet to remind you that this is indeed a long haired cat. There are no special grooming needs for the NorwegianForest cat, apart from periods of heavy shedding (less pronounced with indoor cats).The NorwegianForest Cat does not require daily grooming. Combing once or twice a week is recommended.Regular veterinary check up’s are recommended. One of the breed’s health problems includes glycogen storage disease which is a rare and fatal nervous system disorder.
Norwegian Forest Cats are gentle, friendly and enjoy climbing and according to some sources, they enjoy fishing.They get along well in a busy household with lots of children, other animals, and plenty of action.The NorwegianForest Cat loves to be with people, but that does not necessarily mean they want to be sitting in their laps.
