This breed was formed in the East of the Urals.  Due to the harsh climatic conditions in the genotype of this cat, the genes responsible for thick, warm and long hair have been fixed.  According to another theory, Siberian cats appeared in Siberia.  It is believed that they descended from wild cats living in the forests and steppes of Siberia, thanks to interbreeding with other cats brought by new settlers.

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                                                 Description of the breed

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 The Siberian cat is distinguished by its fluffy, beautiful fur with a double undercoat.  This is a fairly large, powerful and strong animal.  The weight of males reaches 9 kg, females are smaller, their maximum weight is 7 kg.  The paws are large, wide, there is wool between the toes, which is designed to protect the animal's paws from snow during the long Siberian frosts.  The coat of Siberian cats does not get wet well and can curl on the belly.  During the shedding period, the coarser winter coat is replaced by the soft, silky coat of the summer season.  Another feature of wool is that it practically does not cause allergies in humans.

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                                                   Character

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In the character of the Siberian cat, you can feel its wild ancestors who lived in the forests and steppes of Siberia.  Thanks to their wild roots, Siberian cats have excellent hunting skills, so people who have private homes will benefit from this cat in the fight against rodents .. There have been cases when Siberian cats living outside the city, in the village, caught rabbits and ferrets and brought their  loot into the house.  They are freedom-loving and independent animals, real companions and companions for their owners.

                                                      Care

In care, the Siberian cat does not require much attention, since it has excellent health, it is enough to periodically conduct examinations with a veterinarian, do vaccinations, and anthelmintic.