Russian Blue
A reserved, elegant cat with a dense blue-grey double coat and green eyes. Quiet and clean, but shy with strangers and attached to routine.
Key facts
Lifespan
15–20 years
Weight
3–5.5 kg
Grooming
Low
Shedding
Low
First-time owners
Suitable
About the Russian Blue
Russian Blues are gentle and devoted to their own household while remaining aloof with visitors — they often disappear when the doorbell goes. The short, plush double coat is easy to maintain. They dislike disruption and change, which makes them best suited to calm, predictable homes. Generally a robust breed with few inherited problems.
Living with a Russian Blue
Calm households; dislikes noise and frequent change.
- Good with children— depends on the individual
- Good with other pets
- Suitable for first-time owners
Health
Conditions this breed is commonly predisposed to. This is general information, not veterinary advice — speak to a vet about any specific animal.
- Generally a healthy, long-lived breed
- Obesity if free-fed
- Bladder stones in some lines
Ask the breeder for
- GCCF registration; standard vaccination and vet checks
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All cats for saleRussian Blue FAQs
How long do Russian Blues live?
A Russian Blue typically lives 15–20 years.
Are Russian Blues good for first-time owners?
Yes — Russian Blues are generally suitable for sensible first-time owners who will train and exercise them consistently.
What health tests should a Russian Blue breeder have done?
GCCF registration; standard vaccination and vet checks.
Breed information is general guidance compiled by the PetHome team. Every animal is an individual — meet it, and its mother, before you commit. This is not veterinary advice.