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Body: Substantial with a medium length
back which is very slightly curved or arched, a convex muscular torso, and a
round compact belly.
Coat: Plush, medium length coat, with hair on the shoulder blades and
lower part of the chest being thick and slightly shorter, and a neck ruff.
The coat texture may vary according to colors, which are allowed in a
profusion of shades and patterns
From
Franny Syufy
The Siberian is the third of the look-alike
triangle of Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest Cat and Siberian. Indeed, several
registries were reluctant originally to accept the Siberian for that very
reason. According to a Cats and Kittens article, breeders used the argument
that "[Siberians] are a constellation of circles and curves, while Maines
are a confederation of rectangles, and Norwegians are triangular in theme."
The CFA provisional standard for the Siberian makes mention of those
differences.
Siberians are said to have been taken originally from Russia to Siberia,
where they developed their thick protective coats against the harsh winters;
then, ultimately brought back to Russia where they were bred, primarily in
Leningrad and Moscow. This will have to remain a legend, as no substantial
proof seems to have been offered of these events.
Regardless of their origin, Siberians are glorious cats, with
personality-plus, which qualifies them as an all-around good candidate for a
pet.
Hypo-Allergenic Fur: Although no
confirming scientific studies have been made,
this
breeder has some empirical evidence that the Siberian may lack the FEL
D-1 protein in its saliva which is responsible for dander, the primary cat
allergen.
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