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CLEAR ALLThe Nebelung is a new and relatively rare cat breed that are close relatives of the short-haired Russian Blue. Their name Nebelung came from the German word “Nebel” which means fog or mist. This is a reference to the feline’s flowing and shimmering silvery-blue coat.
These cats do not like change and thrive in a quiet, calm, and stable environment. Recognized for being calm, gentle, and good-natured, they are also playful and very loving with their immediate family members.
While they are loving and loyal to their human companion, they can be shy and sometimes even reserved, especially with strangers. It is not uncommon for them to hide when guests are visiting their home.
Nebelung cats love to be with their families but are also able to amuse themselves during the day. They are energetic, loving and good-natured. Though they enjoy receiving cuddles, attention and love from their family, they are not a clingy and needy cat. They can be left alone for long periods, making them perfect for busy working professionals.
Despite their calm, quiet, rather shy character, Nebelung cats love to play. They are particularly fond of jumping, retrieving, and climbing to high places where they can perch and study people and their surroundings.
Nebelung kittens require time and patience to adjust to their new home. However, once settled, they will become a playful, affectionate, cuddly feline companion that will follow their human companion from room to room.
The Nebelung is a new and relatively rare cat breed that are close relatives of the short-haired Russian Blue. Their name Nebelung came from the German word “Nebel” which means fog or mist. This is a reference to the feline’s flowing and shimmering silvery-blue coat.
These cats do not like change and thrive in a quiet, calm, and stable environment. Recognized for being calm, gentle, and good-natured, they are also playful and very loving with their immediate family members.
While they are loving and loyal to their human companion, they can be shy and sometimes even reserved, especially with strangers. It is not uncommon for them to hide when guests are visiting their home.
Nebelung cats love to be with their families but are also able to amuse themselves during the day. They are energetic, loving and good-natured. Though they enjoy receiving cuddles, attention and love from their family, they are not a clingy and needy cat. They can be left alone for long periods, making them perfect for busy working professionals.
Despite their calm, quiet, rather shy character, Nebelung cats love to play. They are particularly fond of jumping, retrieving, and climbing to high places where they can perch and study people and their surroundings.
Nebelung kittens require time and patience to adjust to their new home. However, once settled, they will become a playful, affectionate, cuddly feline companion that will follow their human companion from room to room.
Nebelung cats are medium sized, with a long but well-proportioned body and athletic figure. They reach a weight of 7 to 15 pounds and generally have a good life expectancy, averaging 13 to 16 years. They have long legs with oval paws and a long fluffy tail.
They have long necks with slightly pointed heads. Like Russian Blues, they have vivid green eyes, creating a stark contrast to their grey-blue fur. Another similarity with the Russian Blue breed is that as kittens, Nebelungs will have yellow eyes that will slowly turn green as they get older.
While their fur is the same colour as Russian Blues, blue with silver tipping, the critical difference is the length. Nebelung cats sport a long coat of thick, silky fur. It’s double-layered and thus is suitable for all-weather, including cold British winters. Plus, it’s water-resistant, so it protects them from the rain.
The hair around their head and neck is usually extra thick with more silver tipping, giving these areas a particularly sparkly look. This is often more noticeable in males, though. Another attractive physical trait is that both males and females have tufted fur between their toes. However, it can take up to 2 years for a Nebelung’s coat to fully develop.
Nebelungs shed a fair amount and will need brushing a few times a week. As they are a new breed, we don’t know if they have any breed-specific health concerns, but early analysis shows no medical issues.
Nebelungs are very cuddly, affectionate cats who devote themselves to their owners for life. Having a Nebelung in the house can develop into a beautiful companionship, but their loyalty means they lack independence. A Nebelung will stay close to you at all times and doesn’t like being left alone for too long, especially if it’s out of the norm.
Nebelongs are creatures of comfort, and they need routine in their life. It’s vital to feed them at the exact time each day as even small changes to their schedule can stress them out. Thus, they don’t cope well with change, so they prefer to be in a predictable and peaceful home.
Nebelungs love to play but do not have high energy levels, so they will usually tire quickly. Plus, they don’t need interactive play sessions, and you’ll often find your Nebelung happily playing on their own.
This breed can be pretty shy around strangers, so early socialisation is crucial. If they don’t meet lots of people as kittens, they will struggle to accept strangers and adjust to new environments when they get older. In fact, the way they see it is that they don’t need lots of friends when they have such close bonds with their owners.
Finally, Nebelungs are very quiet and softly-spoken. If they are meowing loudly and continually, it’s a sign that they are hungry or that something is wrong.
Nebelungs need a quiet, predictable home with a set structure. Because of this, they tend to do well with seniors or older families. Furthermore, as they develop strong connections with their owners, they can suffer separation anxiety if you suddenly start working full-time or go on holiday. Therefore, if a change is inevitable, be sure to shower them with extra love and affection during this time, reassuring them that everything is okay.
Nebelungs do well with a buddy, so we highly recommend getting a Nebelung as a pair. That way, they will have a furry friend to grow up with and feel less lonely when their humans are away.
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