Exotic Siberian Cat Breeder of Siberian Kittens

Why choose a Siberian Cat?
Because there is no other cat that makes this good of a family member!

Siberian Cats are KNOWN for their uncanny "dog like" personality, hypo-allergenic fur, and loyalty. They come when called by name, every time. They love to play, they love to be a lap cat, they love other animals, they love to give kisses, they are great with children, and especially love other cats and even dogs! (see our pictures of our siberians with our 110 lb bernese mountain dog, and sleeping on top of our golden retrievers! They are healthy, virtually health problem free, strong, muscular, large boned, and long lived. They can adapt to many climates, and living spaces. They do not shed as often as most long haired cats. They only shed a minimal amount twice a year, unlike most long hair breeds, who shed constantly. They are the most beautiful breed of cat, and have soft, silky fur, almost like a chinchilla! Did we mention they are HYPO-ALLERGENIC!!!!!! 90% of the people who buy our kittens are allergic to cats in general and have NO problem with a Siberian! We can send you fur if you are concerned about a reaction. Our 1st step is to send you some fur, via us mail, to see if you have a reaction if you are from an allergic home. If you are, please send a self addressed, stamped envelope to:

Frequently Asked Questions
Why do Siberians have a hypoallergenic tendency? [top]

The most notable theory is that Siberians have a lower Fel d1 level than ordinary cats. (Fel d1 is the protein produced in the sebaceous glands that trigger allergic reactions.) A new study has just been commissioned by the University of California (at Davis) to study this mystery. The results will be a few years away, but this will be the first sanctioned, controlled study of its kind. Go to Allergies. I can tell you, from experience, my wife and I cannot be around normal cats for 5 minutes without an incredible amount of allergic reactions. We not only have 3 siberians as pets, we on average have about 10-15 siberian kittens in the house with us, at all times. Sleeping on us, sitting on our lap while we watch television, etc. We have no reaction, at all. There are also other breeders, like us, who started out without ever being able to own a cat, and than not only owning, but breeding siberian cats! There are hundreds of testimonials out there, of people who cannot be near normal cats, who own siberians (usually 2 or more!)

"Hypo" means "under", so the term "hypoallergenic" means that allergic reactions will be under what is normally experienced. It is this decreased tendency to provoke allergic reactions that allows the Siberian to be considered hypoallergenic. There is no such thing as a non-allergenic cat; even hairless cats produce allergens.

Generally, those with mild to moderate allergies to cats tend to do well with this Breed. However, if allergies are severe, there still could be a reaction. The best way to know for sure is to spend some time with the adult cats. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this further. We will not place kittens in an allergy home without a successful "road test" at our cattery, or adult cat fur sent via mail to the perspective buyer (worst case scenario) Even most severe feline allergy sufferers can tolerate a siberian cat after the symptoms diminish within 1-2 weeks sometimes, even sooner.

Contact us right away. Siberians are still a relatively new breed to the U.S and demand is on the rise, but the availability of these kittens is limited. A $100 deposit will reserve your kitten. Please reserve early! Go to Kitten Availability and Reservations. We usually have kittens being born at least 6-8 times per year. If you are interested in owning one of our kittens, which we feel are the world's best siberian kittens, please contact us here

Is it better for the kitten to have another kitten to play/live with (should I buy 2 kittens?) ? [top]

Absolutely. If you are planning on getting 2 cats, from our experience, the BEST time, so that they bond and become very good friends, is when they are kittens. Placing an adult cat, or kitten, with a cat who has already had free reign of the house for over a year, can be an interesting situation, which will require close supervision for at least 2-3 weeks, minimum. When you purchase 2 kittens from us, Not only do you save 250.00 on another airline ticket/crate, they come to you together, and can keep each other company on the plane ride. This is a great way to cut down on the animal's stress, and keep him or her occupied while you are at work, or not able to give them your attention from time to time. Since our kittens are all raised together after 5-6 weeks of age, they all are already basically very friendly with each other! Also, we offer you $100.00 off your 2nd kitten, and FREE shipping, if you purchase 2 kittens together.

A breeder quality kitten must meet strict physical breed standards set forth by the various cat associations (such as TICA - The International Cat Association). These kittens may be used in breeding programs to maintain or improve the breed. Kittens are assessed for type and color at 6 weeks of age, and are priced at that time. Kittens sold as pets (regardless of quality) are sold without breeding rights and must be spayed or neutered.

Siberians come in many colors and patterns, the most common being the brown tabby (often with white accents). Other colors include silver, blue (dark gray), cream, red, golden, black, and white. As for patterns, there are many. A bi-color is a solid color with white; a Tortie is tri-colored; and a Torbie is a tri-colored tabby. There are also shaded and smoke patterns. Tabbies usually display the mackerel pattern (like a fishbone skeleton); or less commonly, a classic or marbled pattern (resembling circular swirls or bulls eyes). Pointed's (dark coloring on the points of the body - ears, tail, paws, muzzle) are becoming more popular as U.S. breeders add pointed's to their breeding programs. We specialize in breeding blue, blue with white, silver blue white, silver tabby's, and brown mackerel tabby. Our blue Sire, Nikolai's parents, both international grand champions, imported from Russia, are both blue, so our blue kittens are very, very vibrant, with bright gold eyes, and large muscular stature.

An individual cat's personality is the result of genetics and the atmosphere in which the kitten is raised. We socialize our kittens from Day 1 and provide human contact on a daily basis. Both males and females, especially after being altered, make excellent pets. There is no price difference between males and females. We have both, as pets, and they both have their great qualities.

The first few weeks the kittens live in a birthing enclosure with their mother. We handle them daily to get them used to human contact right away so we become their second parents. Once they are walking, they are free to wonder within the nursery. By 5-6 weeks of age, they have gained more independence and an intense curiosity about the world around them. At that time, their space expands to a full level with climbing apparatus, sisal rope-wrapped scratching posts, and toys. At this point they are interacting with adult cats, other family members, and most likely kittens from another litter. They are also handled more frequently by their humans as they get used to the noise and activity of an active household. When our kittens go home, they have been exposed to children, adults, large dogs (bernese mountain dog and 2 golden retrievers) Our eclectus parrot, and our fish. We have an 800 gallon, in wall Salt water aquarium, which our kittens have a "cat play stand with 3 levels" to sit on, watch the fish, and chase the fish around, from the outside of the tank. By 8 weeks of age, they have the run of the house. Everywhere we turn, there are kittens playing. It is a great environment for our daughter and our other family members. My wife and I spend a minimum of 5 hours a day, handling and playing with our kittens, this is 7 days a week!

Usually, kittens can go to their new homes at 10-12 weeks of age. By this age, the kittens are fully weaned and are very well socialized. This helps to facilitate quicker acclimation into their new environments.

Yes. We would prefer you pick up your kitten, but if this is not an option, and we are not within driving distance, we certainly can ship your kitten, and feel safe doing so, besides during extreme heat or cold. We are in southern NJ. We ship via delta pet air, and continental pet, to
almost every major airport. The shipping cost is 250.00 including the
health certificate, and the Pet Crate for shipping.

All of our kittens come with a 1 year congenital health problem free
garuantee, and their 1st round of shots. Our bloodlines carry no known genetic problems, and all of Siberian Cat Breed Stock have been tested negative for FeLV and FIV.

Yes. We guarantee that every kitten sold is in excellent health and temperament at time of purchase, is free of parasites and congenital defects, and is from an FeLV and FIV negative cattery. The kittens are sold having had a vet wellness check, the first set of shots, and all worming treatments. The Purchaser is strongly advised to take the kitten to a vet of his/her choosing within 72 hours of the kitten's arrival for a physical examination.

Yes. In addition to our health guarantee, below are some other conditions of the purchase agreement. If you would like to review the full agreement, please contact us.

All kittens sold as pets are to be altered by the time they are 6 months of age. Upon Breeder's receipt of vet's alteration certificate, Purchaser will be provided with registration papers.

Kittens/cats are to be raised in a safe, clean, loving environment, free of stress and/or unnecessary confinement.

Purchaser agrees to contact the Breeder immediately if unable to keep the kitten/cat. Breeder will assist Purchaser in placing the kitten/cat in another home.

FeLV is Feline Leukemia, a disease which is fatal to cats. FIV is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus. Outdoor cats and feral cats are at much higher risk of contracting these diseases than indoor cats. All of our cats have undergone blood tests to confirm they are free of these diseases. Therefore, their offspring will also be negative for these diseases.

Siberian cats can get very large, although their size is a bit overrated. They are the 2nd largest cat, second to the Maine Coone. The average male cat weighs 14 - 15 pounds; females weigh 8 - 10 pounds. Most of their size is reached by the time they are 18 months old, but they can take up to 5 years to reach full maturity.

What are the major physical differences between Siberians and other Forest cats? [top]

Siberian features are associated with circles: rounded head, large rounded eyes, rounded ears, round barrel-shaped torsos, and a rounded blunt tail. Maine Coons are associated with squares and rectangular features. Norwegian Forest cats have triangular shaped features. Maine Coons are the largest; then Siberians; then Norwegian Forest cats.

Siberian cats do shed, but not as much as most other long haired cats. They shed very little in the fall and winter. Their thick undercoats are generally non-matting; however, they occasionally do get mats under their armpits and on their rear britches. Cats should be groomed every two weeks using a wide-toothed comb and a natural bristle brush. Use talcum powder and a mat-splitting comb to work out the mats. Remember to trim the nails, too. By getting the kitten used to grooming on a regular basis, it will become easier with each session. Many cats love the one-on-one attention from their humans as it becomes a bonding session, and is a great thing to start doing around 5-6 months of age, before the heavy triple coat is fully developed.

You have found one! Research and visit several breeders if possible. The cattery should look and smell clean. The breeder should show you the litter and the parents, if possible. You should observe the kittens playing and take the time to interact with them, giving you a good opportunity to assess the kitten's personality. If the breeder offers you a tour of the facility, even better! You'll be able to see for yourself how the kittens and cats are housed, and insure they have adequate space, clean facilities, clean water, clean litter boxes, etc. Stay away from kitten mills! You want to insure your breeder gives adequate time, love and attention to each litter to insure excellent personality and socialization skills. The breeder should also show you pedigree papers, and health & vaccination records. A good breeder will provide a written contract with a health guarantee, and will stand behind the animals being produced. A spay/neuter clause shows you are dealing with a concerned, reputable breeder. Be prepared to answer questions from the breeder about your lifestyle and ability to care for the kitten/cat. Remember, the breeder is also checking you out to insure their beloved kitten go to a good home.

Cats absolutely LOVE to sharpen and work their claws! But they can be trained to do their scratching on the appropriate surfaces instead of your drapes or upholstery. We train our kittens at an early age to use appropriate scratching surfaces such as a scratching post with sisal rope. Cats love it! While encouraging them to use their scratching posts, discourage their use of your furniture, carpeting and drapes by using one of the many deterrent spray products on the market. I recommend that you trim your cat's claws every 2 weeks. A little patience and reinforcement on your part, and your kitten will quickly learn the ropes (sisal, that is!).

We provide your kitten the first of three combination vaccines at 8 weeks of age. This includes the following: Feline Panleukemia (FPV) also known as Distemper or Enteritis, Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FVR), and Feline Calicivirus (FCV). The two subsequent shots should be given at 3 to 4 week intervals (then once annually) and are the responsibility of the Purchaser. Rabies shots should be administered between 3 to 6 months of age, at one year, and then repeated every 1 to 3 years depending on the vaccine used. However, new protocols for vaccinations are currently undergoing significant changes, so please discuss these protocols with your vet. Since Siberians are INDOOR cats, they carry a lower risk than outdoor, feral, and mutli-household cats for contracting certain diseases (such as Feline Leukemia, respiratory infections, etc.). Therefore, a risk assessment and vaccination protocol should be discussed and agreed upon with your vet.

How do I prepare for my kitten's arrival? What food should I use? What supplies do I need? Where should I buy the scratching post? [top]

Once you have confirmed your kitten selection with the second payment, we will send you a kitten care package containing everything you need to know to get ready for your new family member. It includes a supply list (including recommended food, litter, etc.), great websites for ordering supplies, and more. It also offers tip on behavior, grooming, traveling with your pet, clawing issues, kitten-proofing your home, etc. We do our best to keep all of our new parents up to date with email pictures of their kittens as they progress and get closer to the day they go to their forever home.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Siberian is a large, strong cat that takes 5 years to mature. The females may weigh less than the males. They are extremely agile and great leapers. Their muscles are mighty, outstanding and powerful. The back is long and very slightly curved or arched, but appears horizontal when in motion. Convex muscular waist and round, compact belly develop with age. The hind legs, when straightened, are slightly longer than the forelegs. The paws are round, big and powerful. The overall appearance should be one of great strength, force and size with an excellent physical condition and alertness; the facial expression is quite sweet. The general impression is one of roundness and circles, rather than rectangles and triangles of similar breeds.

HEAD: The head is a modified wedge of medium size with rounded contours, broader at the skull and narrowing slightly to a full rounded muzzle with well-rounded chin. There may be a slight muzzle curvature, but the transition between the side of the head and the muzzle is gentle and inconspicuous. The cheek bones are neither high set nor prominent. There should be a good distance between the ears and eyes. The top of the head is flat, with a slight nose curvature of a gentle slope from the forehead to the nose and a slight concave curvature before the tip. The neck is medium-long, rounded, substantial, and well-muscled.

TAIL: The tail is medium in length, wide at the base, blunt at the tip without thickening or kinks, evenly and thickly furnished.

EARS: The ears are medium-large, wide and set as much on the sides of the head as on the top; ideal position is 1 to 1-1/2 ear widths apart. The tips are rounded and the ear tilts forward. Lynx tipping is acceptable. Hair over the back of the ears is short and thin; from the middle of the ear, the furnishings become longer and cover the base completely.

EYES: The large, almost round eyes are set wide with the outer corner slightly angled toward the lower base of the ear. There is no relationship between eye color and coat color/pattern; however, the typical adult color is yellow-green.

COAT: This is a moderately long to longhaired cat, with hair on the shoulder blade and lower part of the chest being thick and slightly shorter. There should be an abundant ruff setting off the large, impressive head. There is a tight undercoat, thicker in cold weather. Allow for warm weather coats. The coat gives the impression of lacquer and oil when ungroomed. The hair may thicken to curls on the belly and britches, but a wavy coat is not characteristic. The skin may have a bluish cast. Clear strong colors and patterns are desirable, but are secondary to type.

PENALIZE: Adult cats not having substantial weight. Straight profile. Narrow or fox-like muzzle. Almond shaped eyes. Very long legs.

All of our lives, my wife and I had been severly allergic to cats. I had family members who had cats who's homes I could never visit. I could not go over friend's houses as a child if they had a feline companion. I always was fascinated by cats, and thought it was horrible that I could not even be around a cat for more than 15 minutes, without my throat closing up and my eyes wattering and itching, acompanied by bouts of sneezing. The same was for my wife. When we were in our 1st apartment, a friend gave us a kitten, so we thought, let's give it a shot. Needless to say, 1 hr later, I was returning the kitten to my friend, while my wife was in the shower, washing her RED eyes out...

Than, one day, I was perusing the internet, and discovered the Siberian Cat. I thought, this must be a hairless cat... and than first saw a beautiful long haired siberian kitten. I thought, it could not be true... that there would be a long haired pure-bred cat that could possibley be a member of our family. It was than that I had some fur sent from a breeder, to put in my pillow overnight. After a week with no reaction at all, I decided to give it a shot, and I ordered a kitten. We purchased our 2nd Siberian Cat shortly thereafter, since siberians love to play with each other so much, we thought 2 or more cats would be best for them.

3 Years later, my wife and I both semi-retired, decided to dedicate our home and our time to helping make this wonderful breed, who was first brought to America in 1990, available to people who were allergic to cats, but always wanted to enjoy the companionship of a feline friend. Our siberian cats and siberian kittens are from the best possible Siberian Cat Breed Stock, and all were parented by international grand champions, imported from Russia. Our male, Nicolai "smokey" was bred from Gray Black, and internation grand champion, and Nastya Black, a Champion russian import. We invested nearly $2000.00/cat in our Siberian Cat Breed Stock, and raise wonderful family members, who are raised in our home, not in a kitten mill. We firmly believe that our kittens meet the highest possible breed standards, and many have the potential to be international champions.

Our kittens receive tender loving care, and constant human interaction, which is why we beleive we produce the world's best Siberian Cats and Siberian Kittens, sure to warm your heart.

Our Siberian Cats also love Dogs! Our siberian Cats and Siberian Kittens are raised with our 2 golden retrievers and our bernese mountain dog, "Mr. Bear"

Owning a cat can be very pleasurable, but owning a Siberian cat is a very rewarding, life changing experience. The Siberian will become your best friend, confidante, problem-solver, and house clown. Siberians are one of the most ancient breeds and began as the Russian forest cat. We have images of them roaming the Siberian Taiga (forestland) even today and they are reported to be in large numbers in the wild Siberian outlying territories. But another story unfolds in Russia. Siberian cats are now prized house cats and many Russian families relay fond tales of their Siberian cats and their amazing loyalty and personalities. In 1990, when communism fell and free trade opened up, the importation of the Siberian cat to the United States began. For a Siberian Cat Timeline, please click here

Siberians are Russia's native cats and come from the unforgiving climate of the Siberia forest. Siberian Cats first appeared in recorded history around the year 1000. Russian farmers and trades people were the primary people who cared for the Siberians. Siberian Cats were needed to protect grain and other products from small varmints, as Russia was an agricultural country. Shopkeepers in Moscow were known to compete with each other over whose cat was the biggest and thickest. Russian people like cats and most children in Russia grew up with a kitten and the favorite cats were the Siberian cats. Siberian cats even existed in Russian Fairy tales as protectors of children and magical beings who opened gateways to realms beyond our ordinary senses.

Siberian Cats are very personable and want to be near their owners. They will meet you at the door when you come home and explain their day to you. They are a quiet breed that has melodic ways of expressing themselves using sweet mews, thrills, chirps and lots of purring. They love to sit in your lap and be groomed. A favorite pastime of one of mine is to find something and bring it to me for me to throw so they can play fetch. All types of toys intrigue them and they will play with just about anything. Another thing that mine are intrigued with is the moving cursor on the computer screen. You will need to shut the door of your computer room if you want to get any typing done. I also read this on another breeder's website about siberians. Every night when I work on my pc, I have at least 1-2 cats stalking my cursor.

While your new Kitten is litter box trained, it is important that no bad habits be formed when the kitten is first introduced into your home. While you may plan to give your new kitten the run of your entire home, you should first enclose the kitten in the room where you plan to keep the litter box, or, if this is not possible, in a small room such as a bathroom. Once the kitten feels comfortable, you can gradually open the rest of the house to him. This gradual process will ensure that your kitten does not find himself afraid in a strange part of your house when it comes time to use the litter box. Cats are, by nature, fastidious animals. However, if one is too frightened to find the litter box, bad habits may result.

In order to stop the kitten from using his claws on your furniture put a cat tree in the small bathroom or room with him when he first comes home. Once he is using his claws on the tree move the tree into the room you are most often in then the kitten will use the tree instead of your couch. If you put the tree in a room you are not often in, the kitten he may find something else because he wants to be where the action is not off by himself. If he/she does decide to use furniture, change the environment where the scratching is occurring to make it less appealing. You can place double sided tape on the area to give the kitten a sticky experience that will not be repeated more that a few times. There are also several sprays on the market that will make the smell of the area unappealing to the kitten, but you can not smell it.

Counter top exploring can be also make less appealing by taking double sided tape and placing it on vinyl placemats which you will then spread out on the counter top will make the journey unacceptable. Now you may have a smart kitty that may just walk in-between the sticky strips in that case just add more tape to make it near impossible to avoid.

To keep the kitten from scratching you or lightly biting do not use your fingers as toys for the kitten. If the kitten is wanting to play catch the finger, take your fingers away and replace them with a small toy (like the small stuff animal we will give you). You may then wiggle this in their face, and the kitten will learn that your fingers are not toys to be chewed on. Once they are tired of playing you can then pet them for a nice period of bonding together.

Kitty timeouts- yes some times a kitten will do a behavior that is unacceptable and though you have said no or discouraged with a squirt of water they are bent on the behavior. Time for a timeout as soon as the kitten performs the behavior pick them up and say firmly No ! then at once take them to a small bathroom put them in there and close the door until they quite down or for up to 15 minutes. Kittens hate to be away from the action and will soon correlate the bad behavior with the timeout then they will most likely stop the bad behavior. This is also a good behavior modification to use if the kitten is being too rough with your fingers while playing or ambushing you.

If you have further questions about the care and feeding of your new kitten, please ask we are only too happy to answer questions.

All kittens that are sold as pets come with a spay/neuter agreement.

We hope that all of our kittens, whether pet, breeder or show, will go to loving homes that: will not allow the kitten to roam outside, will not be declawed, except as the last resort, will not be surrendered to an animal shelter, or disposed of otherwise without letting the breeder try to find alternate housing.

The best way to find out about kitten availability is to email

Siberian Kitten Pricing: Russian Treasures Siberian Kittens range from $1000 to $1600 depending on color, show quality kittens range from $1250-$1800. Most of the time you get a show quality animal, at a pet quality price, unless there are people waiting that actually want to show their Siberian Cat. Sure, you can find a breeder who sells their kittens for a couple of hundred dollars less, BUT you can NOT find a Siberian Cat breeder with the same quality champion bloodlines who gives their siberian kittens as much care, love and attention we give ours. We are not the cheapest, nor do we claim or want to be, but we are the best. You are investing in an animal that will hopefully live 14-22 years of age. Spending a few dollars more for grand champion 100% genetically diverse bloodlines, will not only save you much more in vet bills over the years, could possibly be the reason your cat lives so long! For an example: we only feed Royal Canin Dry Kitten Chow. It is $35.00 per BAG! Most breeders feed $8.00 a bag purina. Once a kitten leaves our home/cattery, we have spent more on food and nutrition than most breeders even charge for their inferior kittens! Our kittens receive human interaction daily from 2 weeks of age and up. They are exposed to other cats, dogs, children, and given constant love and attention, raised under foot. They are litter trained by their mothers at 4 weeks of age. They are fed only top quality food with filtered water. Our bloodlines have no record of any health or genetic problems at all. Our lines are as genetically diverse as humanly possible. We invest thousands per cat in our Champion Breed Stock. Our cats not only conform to, but exemplify the Siberian Cat Breed Standard, and we continue to strengthen our lines while stressing strong genetic diversity and breeding for genotype (healthy genetic traits) , not just phenotype (physical traits like color) like most other breeders.

BREED STANDARD - The Siberian Cat is one of the 2 Largest Cats, and is very similar in size to a Maine Coon, just cuter and more "dog like" in personality! It's large rounded head, a modified wedge, is one of "circles" rather than "triangular" like the Maine Coon. In our opinion, the Siberian Cat is the most beautiful, loyal, affectionate cat on the planet.

RECOGNIZED CATEGORY / DIVISIONS/COLORS: Traditional Category, all Divisions, all colors.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Siberian is a large, strong cat which takes 5 years to mature. The females weigh less than the males. They are extremely agile and great leapers. Their muscles are mighty, outstanding and powerful. The back is long and very slightly curved or arched, but appears horizontal when in motion. Convex muscular waist and round, compact belly develop with age. The hind legs, when straightened, are slightly longer than the forelegs. The paws are round, big and quite powerful. The overall appearance should be one of great strength, force and size with an excellent physical condition and alertness; the facial expression is quite sweet. The general impression is one of roundness and circles, rather than the rectangles and triangles of similar breeds.

HEAD: The head is a modified wedge of medium size with rounded contours, broader at the skull and narrowing slightly to a full rounded muzzle with well-rounded chin. There may be a slight muzzle curvature, but the transition between the side of the head and the muzzle is gentle and inconspicuous. The cheek bones are neither high set nor prominent. There should be a good distance between the ears and eyes. The top of the head is flat, with a slight nose curvature before the tip. The neck is medium-long, rounded, substantial, and well muscled.

TAIL: The tail is medium in length, wide at the base, blunt at the tip without ticking or kinks, evenly and thickly furnished.

EARS: The ears are medium-large, wide and set as much on the sides of the head as on the top; ideal position is 1 to 1-1/2 ear width apart. The tips are rounded and the ear tilts forward. Lynx tipping is desirable. Hair over the back of the ears is short and thin; from the middle of the ear, the furnishings become longer and cover the base completely.

EYES: The large, almost round eyes are set wide with the outer corner slightly angled toward the lower base of the ear. There is no relationship between eye color and coat color/pattern, however, the typical adult color is yellow-green.

COAT: This is a moderately long to longhaired cat, with hair on the shoulder blades and lower part of the chest being thick and slightly shorter. There should be an abundant ruff setting off the large, impressive head. There is a tight undercoat, thicker in cold weather. Allow for warm weather coats. The coat gives the impression of lacquer and oil when ungroomed. The hair may thicken to curls on the belly and britches, but a wavy coat is not characteristic. The skin may have a bluish cast. Clear strong colors and patterns desirable, but are secondary to type.
ALLOWANCES: buttons, spots or lockets.

PENALIZE: Adult cats not having substantial weight. Straight profile. Narrow or fox-like muzzle. Almond shaped eyes. Very long legs.

VARIETIES: The Siberian Cats come in a variety of colors and markings. Taken from CFA (Cat Fanciers Breed Standard) All colors are genetically possible. In the traditional class all colors and combinations are accepted with or without white. In the tabby group white or off white is allowable on the chin, breast, and stomach area. Buttons, spots or lockets are allowable in all colors. The pattern/color descriptions are the same as the Persian. In the colorpoint class, mitted, bicolor, lynx and tortie patterns are allowed. The pattern/color descriptions for the colorpoint, mitted and bicolor are the same as the Ragdoll. The pattern description for lynx points and tortie points are the same as a Birman. In the traditional colors, description for the blue golden is the same as the golden except tips are blue rather than black. No outcrosses are allowed for this breed.

COLORPOINTS: Russians have had the colorpoints as a part of their breeding program since records were kept by the various cat fancy clubs in Russia. People had thought that long ago the feral pointed patterned cats and the feral Siberian cats “got together” along the banks of the Neva River in Leningrad ( which is now named St. Petersburg ) in the 1960’s. Russian breeders soon noticed the festive pattern of these cats and began incorporating them into their Siberian breeding program. The Russians use the nickname “Neva Masquerade” for this breed- Neva for the river and Masquerade for the coloring. Neva Masquerade is not a separate class of the Siberians but is a Siberian. According to breeders no outcross has ever been used to produce the colorpoint Siberian. They say that being a natural breed of cat anything is possible in any line of the breed. Three breeders in United States soon noticed that there were not any of the colorpoints here. When the kittens arrived controversy began on acceptance of the colorpoint. After much debate the colorpoints are now an accepted part of the Siberian standard in the United States. Many other countries still do not allow the colorpoints into their breed standards of acceptance.
PERSONALITY: The Siberians have a wonderful dog like purrrrrrrsonality and they are very affectionate!!! A Siberian never runs off and hides under a chair or bed when seeing a stranger. Unlike many breeds this breed will come over and greet the stranger. They are very intelligent and learn quickly and even "problem solve" to get what they want. They love to be spoken to and will come running if called by name. Siberians also have a triple purr and unlike other breeds have a chirping sound when coming up to greet you. They also have a large bushy tail that stands at attention and does a shimmering effect when happy, that may look like they are spraying to some which is not what they are doing. Siberians have a fascination with water, often dropping toys into their water dishes or investigating bathtubs before they dry. This is the ideal lap cat that is calm and yet very active at playtime.