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Norwegian Forest Cat Breed Profile

by Julia Wilson, 'Cat World' Founder

At a glance

Origins: Norway
Also known as: Wegies, Norsk skogkatt, Norsk granskogskatte and Norsk skaukatt
Lifespan: 12-15 years
Eyes: Green, gold, blue and odd-eyed
Energy: Medium to high
Temperament: Easygoing, mild-mannered, friendly
Weight: Females 6-7 kg (13.2 – 15.4 lbs),
Males 6.5-10 kg (14 – 22 lbs)
Colours: All colours except pointed
Coat: Longhair
Grooming: Daily
Cost: $1,000 – $1,600
Hypoallergenic: No
Club recognition: CFA, ACFA, FIFe, TICA

About

The Norwegian forest cat is a large cat that originated in Northern Europe. The long coat is adapted to keep these cats warm in the freezing Northern Hemisphere winters.

Scottish Fold Breed Profile

by Julia Wilson, 'Cat World' Founder

Scottish Fold at a glance

Origins: Scotland, 1961.
Also known as: Scot fold
Lifespan: 12-14 years
Eyes: Hazel, green, gold, blue
Energy: Low
Temperament: Intelligent, affectionate, sweet and loyal
Weight: Males 5 – 6 kg (11 – 13.2
lbs), females 4 – 5.5 kg (8.8 – 12.1 lbs)
Colours: All colours and patterns accepted
Grooming: Weekly
Good with children? Yes
Mode of inheritance: Dominant with incomplete penetrance
Cost: $800 – $1,400

Oriental Shorthair Breed Profile

by Julia Wilson, 'Cat World' Founder

Oriental Shorthair at a glance

Origins: United Kingdom
Lifespan: 12-14 years
Eyes: Hazel, green and yellow
Energy: Medium to high
Temperament: Playful, outgoing, curious and loving
Weight: Males 4.5-5.5 kg (9.9 – 12.1 lbs)
and females 4-5 kg (8.8 – 11 lbs)
Colours: All colours except pointed
Coat: Short
Grooming: Requires weekly grooming
Talkative: Moderate
Cost: $1,000 – $2,000