The Norwegian Forest Cat is a large breed with front legs shorter then rear legs. Solidly muscled, the ears are large and almond shaped with blue or green coloring. The double coat is thick and fluffy and the winter coat sheds in the spring. The tail is bushy and the ears are distinctively tufted.
Adult males can weigh approximately 13 to 22 pounds. Adult females will weigh about half that of males. Coat will vary widely. Norwegian Forest Cats are often described as playful, affectionate, active, balanced, friendly, sweet, robust and patient.
Brief History of the Norwegian Forest Cat
This is an ancient cat, introduced to northern Europe during the time of the Roman Empire. Their hunting prowess made them valuable for protecting grain stores from vermin. The first clubs for these cats formed during the 1930s. Further breeding efforts during the 1970s help preserve this cat from interbreeding with the Norway domestic short haired Hauskatt. This is a cat that had adapted to very cold temperatures through the centuries. In Norway they are called the Skogkatter and the Skaukatter. The Cat Fanciers Association accepted this breed for registration in 1987 followed by championship recognition in 1993.
The ancestor of all domestic cats is the African Wildcat, the genus Felis Lybica. This genus is comprised of smaller cats. Cats are thought to have been domesticated with the advent of farming and the storage of grain. The grain attracted rats and other vermin which naturally attracted wild cats. As time evolved, certain of these cats were domesticated for the mutual benefit of both cat and man. The African Wildcat has certain features which is obvious in the housecat of today.
Health
Cats who reside in the house should generally visit the veterinarian yearly, unless health problems are evident. Cats who enjoy the outdoors may need to see the vet as many as four times a year. When you take your cat to the vet, be sure to bring along a fresh stool sample so the vet can do a fecal exam to check for internal parasites such as tapeworm, round worm, whip worms and hook worms. The vet will also check for external parasites such as fleas, ticks and ear mites.
Any vet check should include a dental examination and a cleaning if necessary. Cats who are eight years of age or older are considered geriatric and additional blood and urine tests may be necessary to screen for any health problems. At about six months of age, the kitten should also be examined for sexual maturity and decisions about birth control should be made.
Behavioral Considerations
These cats are very athletic
They love their humans
They are very good hunters
They are climbers
Said to be good with children
Norwegian Forest Cat Registries and Clubs
Finnish Forest Cat Association
Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers Association
Cat Fanciers Association CFA
International Cat Association TICA
The Traditional Cat Association, Inc TCA
Canadian Cat Association CCA
The Australian Cat Federation Inc
The American Association of Cat Enthusiasts AACE
American Cat Fanciers Association ACFA
United Feline Organization UFO
Cats United International
Kitten Care
Kittens are generally available and the price depends upon bloodlines color and markings. Unlike puppies, kittens should not be separated from their mother until twelve to sixteen weeks of age. Some very important developmental stages occur during this period including emotional, mental and health. Curtailing this development may lead to any number of medical and behavioral problems.
Kittens that are separated from their mother at too young an age often fail to gain weight fast enough, have immune system problems because they have not had enough mothers milk. The may also develop eating and eliminating problems, and can have problems socializing with other cats and with people. Every cat and kitten is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your cat or kitten. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.
Adult males can weigh approximately 13 to 22 pounds. Adult females will weigh about half that of males. Coat will vary widely. Norwegian Forest Cats are often described as playful, affectionate, active, balanced, friendly, sweet, robust and patient.
Brief History of the Norwegian Forest Cat
This is an ancient cat, introduced to northern Europe during the time of the Roman Empire. Their hunting prowess made them valuable for protecting grain stores from vermin. The first clubs for these cats formed during the 1930s. Further breeding efforts during the 1970s help preserve this cat from interbreeding with the Norway domestic short haired Hauskatt. This is a cat that had adapted to very cold temperatures through the centuries. In Norway they are called the Skogkatter and the Skaukatter. The Cat Fanciers Association accepted this breed for registration in 1987 followed by championship recognition in 1993.
The ancestor of all domestic cats is the African Wildcat, the genus Felis Lybica. This genus is comprised of smaller cats. Cats are thought to have been domesticated with the advent of farming and the storage of grain. The grain attracted rats and other vermin which naturally attracted wild cats. As time evolved, certain of these cats were domesticated for the mutual benefit of both cat and man. The African Wildcat has certain features which is obvious in the housecat of today.
Health
Cats who reside in the house should generally visit the veterinarian yearly, unless health problems are evident. Cats who enjoy the outdoors may need to see the vet as many as four times a year. When you take your cat to the vet, be sure to bring along a fresh stool sample so the vet can do a fecal exam to check for internal parasites such as tapeworm, round worm, whip worms and hook worms. The vet will also check for external parasites such as fleas, ticks and ear mites.
Any vet check should include a dental examination and a cleaning if necessary. Cats who are eight years of age or older are considered geriatric and additional blood and urine tests may be necessary to screen for any health problems. At about six months of age, the kitten should also be examined for sexual maturity and decisions about birth control should be made.
Behavioral Considerations
These cats are very athletic
They love their humans
They are very good hunters
They are climbers
Said to be good with children
Norwegian Forest Cat Registries and Clubs
Finnish Forest Cat Association
Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers Association
Cat Fanciers Association CFA
International Cat Association TICA
The Traditional Cat Association, Inc TCA
Canadian Cat Association CCA
The Australian Cat Federation Inc
The American Association of Cat Enthusiasts AACE
American Cat Fanciers Association ACFA
United Feline Organization UFO
Cats United International
Kitten Care
Kittens are generally available and the price depends upon bloodlines color and markings. Unlike puppies, kittens should not be separated from their mother until twelve to sixteen weeks of age. Some very important developmental stages occur during this period including emotional, mental and health. Curtailing this development may lead to any number of medical and behavioral problems.
Kittens that are separated from their mother at too young an age often fail to gain weight fast enough, have immune system problems because they have not had enough mothers milk. The may also develop eating and eliminating problems, and can have problems socializing with other cats and with people. Every cat and kitten is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your cat or kitten. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.
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