8 rare facts about the Russian blue cat

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Meet the Russian Blue- a cat full of charm, mystery, and elegance. Let’s explore what makes this breed truly special.

Russian Blues are often grouped with cats like the British Blue, Chartreux, and Korat.

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Unlike their blue cousins, Russian Blues have bright green eyes and a slimmer body with a wedge-shaped head.

These cats typically grow to approximately 10 inches in height and weigh between 7 and 15 pounds.

Russian Blue cats can live 15 to 20 years, or even longer, with proper care.

They’re also called Archangel Blues, Foreign Blues, or Maltese Cats.

Their coat comes in shades from light silver to deep slate.

Their short, thick fur has silver tips and a soft undercoat.

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