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PETERBALD

AN ELEGANT, GRACEFUL BREED WITH A VARIETY OF COAT TYPES

Place of origin Russia Originating in Russia, the Peterbald is a fairly new breed
Date of origin 1990s created by crossing the Oriental Shorthair (pp.43–51) with
Breed registries FIFe, TICA the Donskoy (left). This cat is highly variable, and may be
Weight range 8–15lb completely hairless, covered with a fine soft down, or possess
(3.5–7kg)
a dense, stiff coat with a brushlike texture.
Grooming
Kittens born with a coat may become hairless
as they mature, sometimes retaining downy-coated
Colors and patterns points. The Peterbald has a pleasant temperament
All colors, shades, and
patterns. and makes a good family cat. Hairless or very
thin-coated varieties need protection from the
elements and are probably best kept indoors.
The skin of hairless types may have a sticky
Blunt muzzle
feel and needs regular bathing. Long, triangular
head with high
cheekbones

Huge, flared ears
Firm, with broad bases
graceful body
Long, fine-
boned legs
Straight nose
runs from
flat forehead

Whiskers kinked
and broken

Long,
whippy tail

Oval paws with
long, flexible toes