Peterbald Cat, The Most Sociable Hairless Cat

Are you looking for an athletic , hairless cat with slanted eyes and large, pointed ears? Then, most likely, the Peterbald cat is the perfect domestic feline for you. In addition to responding to all these characteristics, he is very affectionate and loves to play. In this article we will tell you everything you need to know about this cat of Russian origin .

A cat from St. Petersburg

Peterbald’s cat was created by some Russian breeders, more precisely in the beautiful city of St. Petersburg, the second most populous in this immense country.

While trying to get a cat with lighter shapes, he decided to cross several examples of Siamese, Oriental Cat and Don Sphynx, now known as Donskoy. This is how the first cats of this particular breed were born, which was soon recognized by the main feline associations. Today, it is starting to gain popularity all over the world.

Physical characteristics of the Peterbald cat

This elegant domestic cat can be absolutely hairless or have a very fine and imperceptible coat , one to five millimeters in length. There are also specimens with fur that exceeds this measure.

This is the case of some specimens that have not inherited the baldness gene and have a coat of almost normal thickness. As for the colors, all varieties and combinations are allowed.

Here are summarized the main characteristics of the Peterbald Cat:

• Size: it is a medium sized cat
• Weight: from 3 to 5 kg in adulthood.
• Body: elongated and muscular.
• Head: triangular and proportionate, of medium size.
• Eyes: have an almond shape and are of medium size, not very prominent and of the same color as the coat.
• Profile: straight, without curves.
• Muzzle: thin.
• Nose: straight and long.
• Tail: long and pointed.
• Legs: They are athletic and long, like those of a dancer.

We know the personality of the Peterbald cat

Calm, balanced, affectionate and very sociable are attributes that perfectly describe the character of the Peterbald cat. It is an animal that constantly seeks pampering and attention, at all times. He lives for his owner and will most likely follow him everywhere.

Sweet and gentle, but also active and intelligent, this cute hairless cat usually shows an interest in what is happening around him and loves to play, especially with his owner.

In short, it is really an ideal cat to keep at home and that adapts without problems to the presence of other pets. In addition, he is usually very patient with children.

However, it is a pet that does not like to be alone for too long. Therefore, if you have decided to adopt a Peterbald Cat and spend many hours away from home, it is best to provide him with a playmate. It can be another cat like him or  even a dog.

How to take care of a Peterbald cat?

In addition to the specific care of hairless breeds, which should remain safe from the cold and the sun, the Peterbald cat does not require excessive or constant attention, unlike other pets.

Its skin, compared to other hairless cats, produces very little sebum. Therefore, you will only have to clean it with some wet wipes. The vet will be able to point you to the most appropriate product.

Anyway, if you want to bathe him, that’s fine, especially on hot days. We advise you to accustom the animal to contact with water,  from an early age, to ensure that it lives this experience in the least traumatic way possible.

If you are able to always guarantee quality feed suitable for its metabolism, respecting the vaccination and deworming calendar, your Peterbald cat will never present any problems. Keep in mind that it is a very long-lived cat and its life expectancy ranges from 12 to 16 years.