Is The RUSSIAN BLUE Cat The RIGHT Breed For You? Find Out Now!

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The Truth about Russian Blue Cats - Answering All Important Questions kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGPPnKeYmLmMqq8

[@mrbloodylordbaronsamedi.9937]

You won-t crumble my faith in Lord Lilington the greates cat that have ever lived on this planet who is superior being to all stupid inhabitants of my town...

[@ajc414]

I just took in an abandoned Russian Blue 6 weeks ago. He followed me into my house when I went to throw away the trash. He was in rough shape and after several visits to the vet he doesn't leave my sight. He's adjusted to my night shift work schedule and we sleep together, sometimes sharing the same pillow. I love him! His name is Fester.

[@emeraldxo]

🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@jonasjoseph5191]

😭😭😭

[@peterd6732]

You are the luckiest person ever. We had to pay $200 for ours. We love ours. His name is Bailey!

[@urbanstreet_4282]

​@@peterd6732 Lol, 200 bucks are cheap... Where I live a RB (from a reputable breeder with pedigree) costs at least 1000.

[@trisha7976]

How's it going with your now year old fur baby.

[@CocoRican]

My Russian Blue is the sweetest. He’s also affectionate and friendly with dogs. He’s very shy and sensitive, but friendly with everyone. He does prefer a quiet environment and he does love to sleep with me. He also comes to me when I call him.

[@prettyvacant3605]

Awww 💙 Mine is very shy and sensitive too

[@gore.x.shawty]

Mines a jack ass lol

[@mysterybat35]

Really? Thats good to know. I've never been a cat person but I've been looking at hypoallergenic cat breeds and Russian blues for a long time. Besides the cat urine thing, being able to get along with a dog was my next concern. Glad to hear they are generally friendly with dogs

[@CocoRican]

@@mysterybat35 it depends on the individual, but they’re generally friendly with dogs. The earlier they are exposed and socialize with dogs, the better. My cat also loves to give my Chihuahua cat baths lol.

[@TheLegend-sw1ub]

Thats exactly how my Russian Blue cat is also.

[@verbalstormborn]

My Russian blue is so affectionate she’s a sweetheart

[@futuristicllama7124]

2 months ago I found a lil russian blue in the rain, poor thing was shivering in the new york cold. we took her in, and as im typing this, she is on my lap sleeping!

[@LVXMagick]

I rescued a Russian Blue and it is one of the greatest things that ever happened to me! I bred siamese years ago and these cats have all the greatest traits of siamese and then some! I do not suggest them for households with young kids or that are loud for any reason, but if you have a quite household that respects a cat like a person feelings desires and all, they are the GREATEST CAT EVER!

[@jonathanhancock9765]

I’ve had my Russian blue for about 12 years now, her name is mystic and she’s only gotten sweeter as she’s gotten older, follows me anywhere I go in the house and always finds a spot beside me when I’m laying down

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

That's so sweet

[@DustyEggSauce]

Mine is 12 going on 13 and she (Josephine/Josie) is my best friend, she's always so curious and inquisitive, look watching n learning. Plus she will ask for affection when we she wants, and is always respectful of new people! I love her to death, my favorite breed.

[@bradlake7703]

Today my russian blue Aruna von Rhiannon passed away after almost 21 years of beeing together. Im heartbroken and miss her so much. Will miss her smell forever. She was very gentle and loved to sleep on me for hours. My first cat got very old too. She was 23. i Hope i did everything right with her to have a good life and i hope she wasnt in pain much as she had to step over the rainbow bridge… Looking at russian blue Clips like yours make my tears dry and feeling a little comfortable.

[@TheLegend-sw1ub]

I got my Russian Blue cat at 5months at animal shelter for 30 bucks. Very affectionate, friendly, always wants cuddles and wants to be on anyone's lap, even with children. My 7yr old daughter is so in love with him.

[@Me_like_Jaguar]

Me and my dad are allergic to cats and I really want to get a cat but my dad doesnt like cats so I have been researching different cat breeds and found the Russian Blue. Thank you for this video, I am gathering information to make a presentation on why my family should get this cat. wish me luck (: and thanks for this amazing video (:

[@prettyvacant3605]

I luv luv luv my Russian Blue 💙

[@carloscollomps1552]

Spot-on, my cat behaves exactly like it's described in the video.

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Thanks for sharing!

[@cdula26]

Same lol it’s scary how accurate this was

[@mohammedsale8900]

Same here

[@aiou3707]

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[@aiou3707]

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[@sharonhughes614]

My Russian Blues are the first ones to come out and greet anyone that comes to visit. They are what I call, "House Inspectors", nosey and get into everything including going through shopping bags when we come home.

[@debbieanderson6740]

I had a russian blue. He was the sweetest cat that I ever had. He would meet me at my garage door and escort me into the house. Then he wouldn't leave my side. I did get him as an adult and appreciated the fact that there were no kids in the house. He slept at my feet all night. He got me up at 5am every morning. He passed away at the age of 17 last October. Now I'm looking to get another.

[@okaycola2]

Sam you were the best cat ~ I adopted him as a kitten & bottle fed him & he was my whole life

[@rellmang8018]

I’m getting a Russian blue in a couple hours! My first kitten ever

[@april1865]

Oh my god how’d it go

[@johntaylor1036]

Im hoping to get my first apartment and cat in the next 6 months. This breed

[@tangofoxtrot40]

Please update is on how the shedding is and temperament :) i wanna get one too for my apartment

[@april1865]

@@johntaylor1036 you are going to love her/him Russian blues are the best cat IMO they are very affectionate but don’t get mad and are independent when you leave the apartment

[@williamdragon1023]

Same

[@tiffanys.4250]

I have a Russian Blue named Milo, I'm not sure if he is a pure breed because his hair is very long but he has the signature blueish gray coat and green eyes, I adopted him right before the pandemic and he was very shy at first but we connected in the shelter so I gave him some time. Sure enough he came around! He is very classy and smart, sometimes I feel like he is a Dumbledore reincarnate helping me through life. He always gives me a proud look (squinted eyes) when I'm working out or doing something healthy. He follows me all over the house and lets me pick him up and hold him like a baby as often as I want, though I try to be careful and notice when he's uncomfortable via his facial expression because he doesn't scratch or bite at all so I have to be mindful of his boundaries via body language. He is very greedy and bosses me around for food, but I'm a heavy sleeper so I just ignore him until it's his breakfast time. But he's a little rascal, he will cause all sorts of mayhem trying to wake me up. He's also very finicky about his litter and will give a loud disapproving meow if it's not clean enough. When I am on the phone he has his favorite people, one friend in particular he always meows and purrs when he hears her voice. He is an awesome cat, very funny and smart, I love my little boy!

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He sounds awesome! Long fur means he's not purebred, but you're lucky!

[@harrypottermaniac08]

Long fur likely means your cat Is a Nebelung which is the long breed variant of the Russian Blue (which is made by breeding a Russian Blue with a domestic long hair cat). While they both look similar in appearance and are related breeds they are still different enough since they are technically not the exact same breed. I have a Nebelung and have been doing more research on Russian Blues and have found some differences (such as Nebelungs being being prone to obesity and over eating, being suited for apartment living, etc.). I'd suggest reading up more on Nebelungs because it's really quite fascinating and will probably be more helpful since there are differences between the two breeds ^^

[@tiffanys.4250]

@@harrypottermaniac08 oh wow! Thank you, I will definitely do that. One thing I read about RBs is that they absolutely hate change. If I have company he immediately runs to his hiding spot 😔. I'm taking him on a plane with me for the first time and I hope it won't be too bad.

[@harrypottermaniac08]

@@tiffanys.4250 @Tiffany S. Yeah my Nebelung hates changes too and is very tied to routine so when it's disrupted she gets really annoyed. As for the running and hiding from strangers, it's definitely a breed-related thing but if the cat is well socialized from a young age this type of behaviour can be prevented. I adopted my Neb when she was 3-4 years old so I didn't raise her from a kitten but I'm pretty sure her first owner must have socialized her well because she's usually pretty good around strangers (she doesn't act as friendly with strangers as she does with me but she doesn't mind them petting her and sitting close to her). Idk about your speicifc cat but a lot of cats are very averse to travelling in planes due to the noise, difference in air pressure, and staying in the confined space of the pet carrier for a long time. Some cats can even get mini panic attacks and stuff if they aren't used to long travels. I'd suggest looking up videos on KZbin about helping to calm cats down and preparing them for air travel so you can be calmer on the day you're travelling which will help your cat stay calm too. I've never travelled by plane with any of my cats so I can't give you personal experience but I've looked at a few videos online about it in the past and there are a lot of helpful videos out there! Good luck with your travel and I hope you and your Neb canstay safe ^^

[@tiffanys.4250]

@@harrypottermaniac08 After reading this I called the vet and got something that will keep him sleepy and calm during the flight. And then when I get to the house I'm going to plug in feliway. Thank you! Milo is very finicky and moody lol. It took a long time for him to warm up to me and even now he can still be very skittish. He runs away from plastic bags.

[@Gh0stLei_]

About a half year ago I adopted two bonded brothers who carry all the physical traits of Russian Blues except they both have white bellies and one has a diamond white patch on the chest. So they aren't purebred. They were 8 months and I was told they would not do well with other cats. That same day I adopted another cat. I brought them all home to my little girl so she could have company. They are all one big happy family now. They play, eat, sleep, and groom together.

[@heizeragi]

I adopted a grey and white abandoned kitten and that vat said she was half Russian blue, her hey color is typical such as the soft fur.. Apart from having short legs, and friendly with visitor (and obviously the white belly) she is so much as it is in the video. Very independent, on the other following me everywhere in the house and outside, sleeping with me, curing me when I am sick, consoling when I am sad.

[@folkloresmommy444]

I’ve had four cats in the past, I got 2 more after they passed! I have 2 British Shorthairs now and whenever I move out I am getting another 2... So one of them will probably be a Russian blue, so I’m glad I watched this!

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You have a big family :). Glad you liked the video! :)

[@legally_ellecee]

I have a 10 month old Russian blue baby and he has been so perfect. He is cuddly but not always. This was a very accurate description of him.

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

glad to hear that :)

[@nct948]

When I was an 8 year old , my mother rescued a female Russian Blue that had lost her owners when they moved house. She became my best friend as we shared temperament being shy, loving, quiet and respectful to others' space. We had a male neutered cat and it was him who was inviting the (neutered) female to our ground floor flat so she could eat. until my mother found it out! Her name was Mounette. She would follow me a little while in the morning when I was walking to school despite the dangerous environment. One day, she went missing. I was sick with worries. A week passed, I had run everywhere in the neighbourhood calling her to no avail. Then one evening there was a knock on the door. A couple with a young boy of a similar age to mine were standing there with tears in their eyes and a cat basket with Mounette calling me. They opened the basket and she rushed in the flat. That's how I learned that she was a much lived Russian Blue, and how she had run away when they were ready to move to a better house, how they kept on looking for her all this time, how they recognised her when she was strolling in the neighbourhood, how they took her home with them. Despite all their efforts , patience and love, she refused food for a week so they had no choice but to bring her back. My cat and I were quite well known so people told them where to find me. So you see it is wrong to think all cats prefer food and comfort to their owners.

[@popgas3821]

It’s the 4th reason why I badly want this breed of cat for my parents. And for all the reason mention, it feels like my spirit animal honestly.

[@blove3414]

I just got a kitten for free and omg I love him so much!!!!!!!!!

[@sydneyrogers9697]

I have two Russians. They are both wonderful but with different personalities. They don't like children but love dogs. Very smart breed.

[@melindac5948]

My Russian blues are always attached to my hip and super affectionate. They have separation anxiety when I leave, even just to go to the bathroom. Lol My male especially is a stage 3 clinger. As I type this I have my male laying by my arm and my female curled up in my leg. Smartest cats however..super smart.

[@MidnightEyes17]

I adopted my Russian Blue, actually he showed up on my porch one day out of no where, I'm in Alaska and his chip was from Kansas (I'm not sure why or how he ended up on my porch but that's quite a journey for a cat!). He is literally the perfect cat, loves to be in my lap, loves his sister (we had 2 pit bulls and another cat when we adopted him unfortunately I lost my cat and recently lost one of my pitties) but when both of the girls were outside, he literally comes to me and lets me know when they wanted to come back inside, because of him I can understand why these cats are so expensive, he has such an amazing personality and he loves my other animals he gets along with everyone, human or animal. He's very social, always has something to say when I talk to him and hes so good with kids and hes just so stinking cute and funny.

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How sweet! Thanks for sharing it with us :)

[@cs9667]

I just lost mine to cancer after 17 years. My heart is still broken

[@muhammedsaif2076]

Sorry to hear that 🙏🏼 Hopefully you’re in better spirits

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So sorry for your loss!

[@angryvader1662]

I’m sorry for your loss

[@c0ldprince]

I have two russian blues and they are the sweetest cats I know. They love to cuddle and don't mind to be alone for a longer period of time. They are also very intelligent, they can open doors for example (not perfect, so had to change door handles), and they get along with my pomeranian dog just fine, even though I got the dog when my cats were already four years old.

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That's awesome!

[@jeffsandt5399]

I actually took in a stray cat a couple years back and she was at least 2-3 years old when i got her and i just recently found out she is a Russian blue and i must say it took a while for her to be comfortable in the home but now she wont leave me alone and I am in LOVE with her

[@rachelpriode1161]

I rescued my Russian blue when he was two years old, he’s now 8 years old. He is the sweetest baby and super friendly with everyone he meets. He is my heart animal, he follows me around like he’s my little shadow and snuggles me every night when it’s time for bed. He gets along great with my other cat who is two years younger, he does prefer his space from our other cat but they get along just fine! I wouldn’t say he’s super independent but he does love to sleep a lot. I did not get my Russian blue because of his breed but I’m so grateful I ended up with him.

[@Adventureswithheither]

I have a Russian Blue, and this video describes her perfectly! She is definitely not a lap cat in the least bit, but every night when I come home from work she jumps up on the table near the door that I enter and wants her pets. We have taught her to ring a bell when she wants to be fed. And she definitely hides when guests come over, meanwhile my other cat who is not a Russian Blue (they get along because we got them both as young kittens) is out and wants to see everyone.

[@Natalia-pc7fm]

I got my little Russian blue at a gardening center from a stray mom. He’s 5 months old, named Singra and fits the video’s description!

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

awesome!

[@cvdheyden]

Our two russian blue are also very cuddely. One of them always comes jumping on my shoulder, when I sit at the keybord (I use headphones) and play. ALWAYS! We got them September 2020 and we do not regret it at all!

[@Sh4y1028]

My Russian blue is super affectionate and cuddly. He is most definitely ba lap cat. Anytime I'm sitting or laying down he jumps right up. He's 6 now.. We just got a bunny a month ago, and he is also very accepting of him too. They groom each other. This is definitely not all Russian blues cuz my Russian was very good with our kids. My youngest is 2 and is great with him as well. He will cuddle with both my kids too. He is literally the best cat I have ever had. By far! He also opens our closet doors and kitchen cabinets. Lol.

[@Kayscastle]

Wow where did you get him? He sounds amazing!

[@joshh2502]

I had a Russian blue and he was great was very energetic his first 15 years then he chilled out, He was pretty independent he lived till 20years old and had the craziest loud meow, He lived with my other cat she was a calico and lived till 20.

[@joshh2502]

*when I mean energetic I mean he would climb the blinds on the windows run through the vents in the house, Climb to the top of the cabinets. Was a handful but was an awesome cat

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I'm glad he had a long and happy life, he was awesome indeed!

[@cdula26]

My female Russian blue is very soft spoken lol! The only time she meows is when I’m getting her food out to pour into her bowl

[@trisha7976]

My son has a Russian blue and she loves her meowmaw. And I love my babygirl. She's so sweet and scary smart. She lays literally on top of me . Even when I nap. She's sleep on my hip for hours.

[@Harrison.DuRant]

We've got a Russian Blue/tabby. Looks and acts just like one, but doesn't have the eyes. We're a quiet couple with no kids and no plans for kids. This video is spot on. We love our Winnie.

[@anthonyrios8566]

RUSSIAN BLUES are BEAUTIFUL. I WANT ONE.

[@cloudd280]

Same and it’s fit for my minor cat allergies because they don’t produce that much of the protein that causes the allergy plus it has short hair which is the best for me :)

[@godswordevangelism]

My kitten is very affectionate and he does wake me up extremely early (4 a.m.) every day. He doesn't mind my other two adult cats. He is actually great friends with one of them. His eyes are not the beautiful green like the one in this video, they are very golden.

[@april1865]

Same

[@freya_andolini7423]

We had a kitten show up years ago that I wish I could have adopted. However the landlord at the time would not alow pets. It was a Russian Blue. She was a great kitten, but I took her to a no kill shelter. I think about her alot.

[@yin_xing]

Why????

[@lisamarieclark6778]

We miss our beautiful blue so much. Two o'clock in the morning isn't the same anymore. Very amazing felines.

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So sorry for your loss :(

[@stacyblue1980]

I have a domestic blue. No idea where she came from. Found her wandering through my moms yard at night several months ago. Shes not pedigree but very beautiful. Shes very healthy now and very very affectionate. I wonder about her background and her lofe before she found me. But shes good. Shes very unique. She needed me and I needed her. She's helped me through a lot. My Shadow is very special.

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I'm so happy for both of you, Shadow is a great name!

[@stacyblue1980]

@@FactsaboutCatsVideos awww thank you so much. 🙂🙏🌻

[@lindanorris2455]

I KNEW A RUSSIAN BLUE WHEN I WAS A CHILD. GORGEOUS!

[@_miichu_]

I had a Russian blue cat, I'll always miss her and I'll never forget her. She was very beautiful and I loved to pet her, she had few kittens but they always set off once they got older to find their own path I think. Possibly. They'd just go once they're ready

[@HankPlaysTank]

I have a long hair domestic with a Russian Blue coat, and he fits all the characteristics you mentioned to a T!!! The only difference is he doesn’t like to run around. But the early morning meows, always in the same room as us but wants a little distance, learned to open doors really early, entertains himself easily, all of it. It’s crazy that their breed and color have so much to do with their personalities!

[@brooksmc1064]

I grew up with a Russian blue and she was imprinted on me I loved her so much, I was about 5 and harassed her and was annoying as any kid is growing up and she was so sweet and still loved me no matter how much I annoyed her, sadly she passed before I got my own place but she was the perfect cat and I am trying to hard to find a Russian blue now

[@logankopplin1371]

Most of my childhood i grew up with russian blues, so when i moved on my own i got a russian blue kitten. She is almost 2 now and her name is Miki. The joy of my life right now, and she definitely is a lap cat

[@rachelnelson2087]

My fiancé and I rescued our Russian Blue. He plays fetch, knows sit and stay, and it’s my little alarm clock. Wouldn’t trade him for anything in the world ❤️❤️ my little handsome man

[@anna7812]

if I get along with my turkish van mix then I can handle any cat. he is talkative, wild, demanding and cheeky. russian blue will be my next one

[@ScottysOddyNuff]

I rescued my Russian blue and he was sooo different from my orange tabby night and day really named him Smokey, he always has to be in the same room and follow me everywhere but he doesn't like being held unless it's like a baby and he is the only cat I know that likes belly scratches

[@crazyanimallady1820]

I have a Russian Blue cat names Poppy. She’s so sweet! I own my own hair salon and I take her to work with me. She’s very affectionate. And follows me around everywhere! But is very shy with strangers. I also have a dog, a huge dog! And they love each other.

[@SoshiStars]

A lot of these facts fall into all cat categories

[@ackee39]

I have a russian blue, her name is Luna and she behaves JUST like this. She will do everything in her power to make sure im in the same room with her XD

[@opiesplace]

My boy Chip is the most loving animal I have ever seem.

[@drpigglesnuudelworte5209]

My Russian blue is snuggling me rn she has periods of being a lap cat. Also ye she likes to sleep with me but that’s fine bc I love it. She doesn’t tend to wake me up though, she leaves before I wake up to do her own thing. She’s also not active at all, she’s very stubborn which I love (she will literally grab my hand so I have to pet her), she never gets into trouble by opening drawers or doors, and as long as she isn’t overcrowded she’s fine around new people. Some people cover over so often she’ll sit on them. She’s shy and quiet, but i also rescued her from an abusive household when she was a kitten so I can’t tell how much is trauma and how much is just her personality

[@carmencarmenatti]

My blue is 4 months old.it's my first cat ever and I'm in 💕💕😺

[@BreadApologist]

My first cat was a Russian Blue. Shadow was the sweetest most loving cat. She would sit on the window sill when I left for school until I got home. Then follow me around the house. I loved her so much. I was not there when she died though. Something I won’t forgive myself for. Was about 14 years ago.

[@its_monkeyboi2886]

I was walking and out of nowhere i saw a stray Russian blue cat and since ive been seeing random videos of a person adopting a random stray cat i called it and it came to me and even let me pet it so now i really want one and sadly I couldn’t keep that car since im 12 but i will find another one and grow. Trust but that one car i will never forget it’s almost as if we had a bond also that cat probably was abandoned since it actually came to me probably remembering that noise for a reward

[@izzycoile5082]

So there's this cat at my work place and he's so handsome with his eyes

[@shellyirby9828]

I love my Russian Blue! He pretty much is just like this video describes! He is surprising tolerant of my wild 6 year old son! 💓💓💓

[@dicmccoy]

My Russian Blue Sully (James P. Sullivan) is such a lovely cat. He was very scared when we got him and he always wanted to hide for days. He now curls up into my side while I'm lying in bed. He absolutely loves his chest being rubbed too. He's very communicative and loves his cuddles. You are 100% about them not liking change or visitors. Whenever someone comes over, which isn't very often, he'll hide and come out 3 hours after they have left. When I purchased my new king size bed, he wouldn't come into my room for 3 days. On the third day, he walked into the room, eyed up the bed and hissed at it and walked back out. 😂 Him and my Beadie Oscar also get along well. They both like to hang out with each other. I'll throw on an animated movie with animals they'll both watch it together.

[@ninobrown90]

my Russian blue kitten loves watching mouse bird videos on my phone it's super funny and smart

[@allys744]

Russian blues are gorgeous. One of my neighbors has two (a brother and sister) and my sister also has one. Very quiet but sweet cats.

[@sergegagnon7415]

I have a Russian white. There is not much info on that breed other than the origin and the fact that they have the same traits as the Russian blue. And they have indeed. Couldn't stop smiling the whole thing trough. This describe my little cat (Snow) perfectly!

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

Glad you enjoyed the video :)

[@olmaned3795]

My Russian blue learned quite fast that my bedroom is a no go when I sleep and and when it's time, I just open the door for her and she politely walks outside. I also have friends comming over all the time and she enjoys staying in the same room with us unless she wants to take nap. Other than that she's a pretty good fit to how the breed is described here.

[@MrLorenzovanmatterho]

My uncle had a Russian Blue called Smokey along with a Yorkie and 3 Collies. Smokey used to beat them up if they annoyed him.

[@planetcoco1]

I have 7 cats and 2 of them are Russian blue. They are not a team player and love to have attentions only to themselves. Those 2 don't bother each other, but they don't want to be too close to each other and they don't get along with my other friendly cats like American short hair or Norwegian forest cats. But they are so curious and when I have human visitors or dog, they show affections to them and want to get to know them more. I think both of my Russian blue cats wish to be an only child for sure. I love them so much. Oh, they like to be petted, but not for long time. They get irritated and if I pet them in the wrong way, they bite me. I need to assist them.

[@anoshya]

We have two blues Troy and Beaumont.They are very delicate cats and are fearful of strangers.They do actually choose their own favourite person to be with..they can over eat .I’ve built an enclosed garden with high running shelves and roped wood so they can run up high etc..they are beautiful cats with an aristocratic look!!We live in the inner city but would never let them out in the wild..Troy sleeps on a pillow just behind my wife’s pillow then at about 3pm he slides under the duvet!! Delicate is a good way to describe them..they also feel the cold easily I’ve found

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

Thanks for sharing this :)

[@sunrisefoodcooking3132]

I got scammed by shop owner that tell me her kitten is chatreux and I bought him . After that I check it on internet it’s turn out that is Russian blue . But in the end I love him very much .

[@TheWizardOfGore89]

We got our blues as kittens but we already had kids. After about 2 years we adopted 2 tabbys and they all get along fine. One of the blues named trogdor has got me a couple times lol.

[@gxnitrotype]

i reccomend a russian blue, if you can't afford them, instead of ignoring them you have another option: don't get a pure bred, they're usually the same not pure bred and there's a ton because its how they survived during WW2, the mixed breeds usually have less health issues and aren't as active or need cat trees russian blues are definitely companions, they like to rub on legs and greet you when you come home, they're often very purry and mine sleeps on my lap rarely, but every night comes to me on my own to sleep on me even though we have at least 5 cat beds, a very loving breed! sometimes loving breeds can have issues alone or aren't independent, but russian blues are loving and independent! they dont require much attention but they're happy to get some this video says that they follow you around, but my russian blue is often in a part of the house alone so i guess that is something only some have she's pretty quiet, even when being hurt and never struggles with baths or nails doesn't really bother me in the morning she gets up at 5-6 and without bothering leaves the room to go play with the other cat until she gets fed also gets along perfectly with any personality as long as they grow up together, my siamese and russian blue love each other and once a day they sleep together and clean each other

[@justinnoble6506]

We got a Russian blue as a rescue from our local shelter. He was malnourished and had a cyst above his eye. He is now a full-grown beautiful cat, And the sweetest cat I’ve ever owned… and that says a lot since I’ve been around close to 20 in my lifetime. He has all the characteristics of a purebred, except his eyes are more yellow. Is that a variation within the breed?

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

You gave him a second chance at life! True Russian Blues must have green eyes, lighter or darker shades, but still green :). If yellow, then it means he is not purebred

[@Anderssisco]

My russian blue female follows my sleep schedule. If i sleep long in the morning, she does aswell! If i get up early she follows me.

[@dlack2480]

I had 2 Russian blues in my childhood that we got together as kittens, my younger brother was just born , they were the most relaxed easy going cats I ever had in my life. A set of brothers with another set of brothers, one of them would sleep in my bed every night the other would sleep in my brothers bed.... you could pick these cats up and put em on the back of a 4 wheeler and take them for a ride. Also I noticed compared to other cats they don't seem to mind water, they would hand on the edge of the bath tub and soak their arms in it and occasionally jump in. Downside is they didn't live very long both under 10 years, i have them cremated and ashes mixed together . r.i.p. twitcher and twoozer

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

Sorry for your losses :(. They were very sweet

[@milseq]

Finally something that will make me wake up early!

[@kooldudeno-lastname]

I have a Russian Blue named Pipic (belly button in Yiddish) and she is the sweetest girl. You can lightly tap her on the nose and she will keep purring for about 30 minutes to an hour. If you are in the house, she will always run up to you and snuggle against your hand. if she cant find you, she will keep meowing over and over for like 20 minutes straight. Pipic loves humans.

[@mrbloodylordbaronsamedi.9937]

This isn-t the right world for me but this cat is the right cat for me...

[@jelenaflajs5504]

My cat isn't a specific breed, but she looks exactly like a rusian blue and acts exactly like one 🤗

[@daxgulliver8763]

A Russian blue cat jumped into my car, and he is the most affectionate cat I’ve ever met and he sheds like no tomorrow. It’s actually becoming a big problem with how much it’s affecting my allergies

[@olivialewis5925]

This video describes our kitty perfectly!!! Our kitty makes sure I’m up when 3am comes EVERYDAY! Lol! Love her though

[@thehermit6198]

My brother brought one today. Absolutely gawjus breed

[@jonathonE]

I have one that’s about 4 years old now! Let me know if you have any questions about the breed. They’re absolutely the most amazing

[@jonathonE]

@Sci-Fi Admirer I keep mine indoors and rarely put him on a leash to go outside. I have also moved quite a bit so I feel like he might get lost or spooked if I let him out now. I used to let him out in this little backyard I used to have but he ended up catching fleas out there. However it’s up to you and what you feel comfortable with. I was also worried someone might try to steal him lol.

[@jonathonE]

@Sci-Fi Admirer but yes your Russian blue will want to go outside all the time if you give them the option

[@everett8811]

Mine is the most affectionate cat I've ever seen. Every night he wants to lay nose to nose while on putting his paw on my cheek or neck and then he falls asleep

[@juansaladzar]

I lived in a small 58 square foot partment when I received my Russian blue kitty. We lived there for yrs & he was fine. We did end up moving to a larger 6200 square foot mini mansion & he runs up & down the stairs now brah

[@stauguastine]

OMG (gosh), We had a cat that was dumped off at our house last April, she was pregnant so we assume that is why the original owner abandoned her, poor thing. I just found out that she is a Russian Blue, and she is one through and through, personality and all. My wife is usually the cat person, not that I don't like cats, they just usually attach to her. My little Smokie, that is what I named her, took to me right off and has been mine ever since. She had 5 healthy kittens of which we found furever homes for all of them and they are loved and well taken care of. As for Smokie, she is still here and is a lovely addition to our home. She has finally gotten used to our other two cats and plays with them just fine... unless she is in one of her leave me alone moods and isolates to herself. Her distinctive coat is absolutely striking, and yes her fur is just like you described in the video. However, what captures you are her beautiful eyes, they just suck you in, they are gorgeous. And yes, they love their routine, she gets up right before I do now to where I don't really have to set my alarm, and she always lets me know it is time for bed, which creates a problem on the weekends, she is not a sleep in kind of cat, she's ready to get up for the day, get fed, and play. Thanks so much for posting this video, your description is spot on.

[@hp_chito7835]

I have a Russian blue kitten there very calm and there less allergic to humans:)

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

Great!

[@j72218]

I actually googled if russian blues can be lap cats and it said they can be good lap cats. But I still think this is useful!

[@slowfudgeballs9517]

Can confirm they don't shed much comparatively, but it's not like saying "you won't see much hair".

[@Shahadvs]

I love my Russian Blue, he's smart and independent, he escapes from home and comes back by himself, I guess he's a secret agent or something. However, I'm not gonna interrupt his work lol.

[@Marmiell]

My boy is almost the same as the description in the video, shy,sensitive, very friendly and obsessed with food. He likes to shut the doors, sometimes he's stuck in a room but he waits in silence until someone comes to open the door,maybe he tooks a nap. Silly boy :) He's not a morning person, so I have to shake his bowl to wake up to have a breakfast.

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

Lol, how sweet!

[@8Frostie]

is he independent and "not a lap cat" as stated in the video?

[@yin_xing]

@@8Frostie yes

[@arellawright9092]

If I can, definitely getting one, I've been doing research, lol

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

Go for it!

[@petzku426]

We have a few and I highly recommend. I somehow question the "they actually prefer to be the only pet" opinion on this video. I've been around roughly ~30 Russian blues and as far I've seen, they love it if they have another Russian blue around them (one of my friends said it best: Russian blues are "racists" - getting another breed with Russian blue is a bit no no, they will hiss and honestly be assholes). Russian blues love to play, but they still need their space. Just to say, most of these videos say that Russian blues are somewhat quiet - it highly depends. Some of them are almost "mute" and meow with the lightest voice ever - sometimes they sound like something straight from the 7th level of Hell. And still they're easily the greatest cat breed ever.

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

Thanks for sharing!

[@silverfox2756]

My family got a kitten that we had no idea what breed it was, turns out- it was a Russian Blue. We thought he was a Nebelung for a while until he got older. This video answers everything about my crazy Russian Blue. He gets into 'crazy moods' where all he does is act like a fool, jumping up randomly, getting scared of every little thing, sinking his claws into our couch, running around like he's insane. Since we didn't know what breed he was when we got him, I'm glad he suited us well

[@defundguncontrol9131]

My Russian Blue is really good with my other cats, however, they were already here when I got my Russian Blue came in, and the Russian Blue was a kitten then. I can almost set my clock by my Russian Blue by her actions. She is active, and the space is kind of smaller, but not really that small. We have five cat trees, and she loves them. She is a lap cat as well. She is very intelligent. My Russian Blue also likes people, however, we seldom have people over.

[@uriaz73]

oh man! this video is super nice! I OWN A RUSSIAN GREEN, her name is AISHA and her nick name is ASH cuz the color of ash! i don't know about other people but mine was given to me by a friend who was about to put them to sleep. When i first met her she jumped up on me and wouldn't leave me alone, she was only 3 months at the time. When i found out he's going to do that to her? i ended up taking her, i always wanted a pet and it was my first TIME! GOD BLESS FOR BRINGING HER IN MY LIFE! my life has been so much better and stress free because me and her don't need anyone or rely on anyone. She's super sweet and super naughty, now she's 3.5 years old, i still look at her like a todler who can speak and understand but doesn't know anything so i personally guide her! she learned to climb high fences and much more in her first year being with me, i just to let her hang on the tree branches to make her limbs stronger! i wouldnt keep her there for like but for like 5 to 10 seconds! take a break then do it again all over. Mine also plays fetch, she loves hide and seek and also peek a boo! i'm not sure if that's weird but when ever something is wrong she lets me know, when someone is there she wants me to check so she maows and for some reason i understand everything and all of her maows her different! IT's like leaned another Language, FYI i do speak 5 Languages and also know 3 other which i can understand but cant speak yet... Very nice video, she loves her treats and i call it candy so she knows what it is, i dont give her one or two when she behaves i fill a tiny little amount in a bowl forher to eat once or twice a day, but she has to eat her proper food. She doesn't bother me much and is super super into intamcy, GOT HER SPAYED AND NOW I REGRET IT! took her to the vets it was mine and her first time in labour, so we both didn't know what to do, had to take her to the vets and none of the 3 first borns made it, TWO OF THEM DIDN'T MAKE IT in the hispital and i was no where inside with whats going on. The vets told me they all are healthy and alive and good to go but then BOOM money first and kittens gone, took her to the vet near my house to get the last kitten out cuz the emergency people told me to take her home with the one baby inside of her and said if it doesnt come out i should take her to the vets near my house. WENT THERE AND PAID A SLAP OF 3000 dollars to these guys, guilt me into getting her spayed which I WAS AGAINST! took the money and the kitten baby within two hours died taking it home. I didn't sleep for 2 days just to make sure i watch them both. She's never been hurt with me and loves me, i let her out each day from morning until she comes back on her own. we build a bond that no mater where she is? all i do is YELL ASSHHHHHH! she comes running... it's all about giving them love and not getting mad at them for doing things they didnt know, mine is special just like everyone else's but mine is smarter and more sharper then anyone else's WE BOTH GOT POTENTIal AND WE BOTH are growing at a sloweest rate so we can look young while we gain wisdom as we get older...I LOVE MY RUSSIAN GREEN ASHY! SHE'S THE BEAUTY AND I'M HER BEAST!

[@FactsaboutCatsVideos]

Hey! Thanks for taking the time to make such a comment. I enjoyed reading it ❤

[@uriaz73]

@@FactsaboutCatsVideos Your video is very Educational though, still learned a few things out of them. Don't mind the spelling Errors, i use a blue tooth keyboard so it doesn't keep up with my speed. GRATITUDE! AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

[@LonerBecause]

I love Cats!

[@jonathonE]

I have the most fantastic Russian blue! He’s absolutely gorgeous, he’s exactly as described about the sleeping, playing and curiosity. However he’s really good with other animals and children. He’s also the star of the room, and makes sure to get petted by everyone. I think it also helps he’s about 13 pounds so he’s not too scared 😂 I’ve also taught him tons of tricks, even using the toilet! Ask me any questions you might have about the breed!

[@teg2007]

Is he indoor or outdoor

[@jonathonE]

@@teg2007 Indoor only. He wouldn’t make it out there lol

[@helenvqzz]

Are they as bad as they seem in this video ? I’ve been looking to get one as a friend for my other 9 month kitty and they seem sassy. Is your cat like that? Or have you seen any other grey kittys like this video? I’m scared now lol

[@jonathonE]

@@helenvqzz Mine is chill 95% of the time, however if he finds a sock or one of his toys he’ll go crazy for a minute or two playing with it. It’s actually really fun to watch as long as I’m not trying to focus on something. But he definitely keeps himself entertained during the day so I don’t really have to worry about him being destructive. My biggest issue that I’ve ran into is, space. They really do need as much play space (high and low) and toys as possible to be happy. In my experience, they are more like a dog than a cat. You can pretty much teach them anything. Also the video says that they are affectionate but aren’t lap cats, well that’s news to me because mine literally thinks my lap is the only seat in the house. Sorry got off topic a little bit there. Now for are there any other grey cats, yes there’s plenty of them. There’s British short hairs, domestic greys, chartreux, Korats, and my personal favorite Nebelungs.

[@helenvqzz]

@@jonathonE oh thank you for replying. Would you say you got them used to you? Like you raised them to be how they are lol. I know that sounds weird to ask but it’s because my cat is really used to me holding him. I wonder if you got your cat into the rhythm of being playful and cuddly because that’s how I would love to get my future grey kitty. This video about grey cats made them seem the opposite of the things you said

[@uuhuskysownersfriend1724]

I'm geting that cat and a cavalier king charles spaniel but that's fine because I don't have a small house.

[@davo6229]

Great video :) Thanks!

[@MARKHENSTROM]

Can anyone with first hand experience confirm whether they are as soft/velvety as they look? It's absolutely on my bucket list to pet a Russian Blue as well as a Sphynx! 🥰

[@daltonburke2646]

Absolutely we have a 2.5 year old Russian blue and she is absolutely the softest cat I’ve ever petted

[@Comewithmeifuwant2live]

Plush. Rub them and your hand print remains. Get one.

[@chucknSC]

Our blue is the softest cat I have ever touched. Covered in fuzz not fur. Like a chinchilla.

[@droplikelean]

i love my russian blue. he’s so sweet and kinda dumb haha. he’ll play and lose focus 2 seconds after

[@Riz2336]

I don't get woken with cuddles and meows by my russian blue, she bites and jumps on me haha