The
Kurilian Bobtail (or Kurilian Bobtail) is a medium to large cat, semi-cobby
type, quite rare outside its country of origin, Russia. It has a massive body,
a strong bone structure and a round head. The main characteristic of this cat
is its short pompon shaped tail. It is a cat with a balanced character, soft
and tender, easy to live with.
Size: 30 cm
to 40 cm
Weight: 3
kg to 7 kg
Coat :
short or medium-long
Color : all
Life
expectancy: 13 years
Gestation
period: 60 to 70 days
Description
and characteristics of the Bobtail des Kouriles
The main
characteristic of the Kuril Bobtail is its short pompon-shaped tail, the result
of a natural genetic mutation, just like that of the Japanese Bobtail, with
which it is often confused. Its tail measures no more than 8 cm and is composed
of several irregular knots and hair longer than the rest of its body.
The Kuril
Bobtail has a compact and powerful body and an arched back. Its bone structure
is strong, as well as its musculature. This cat is also recognizable by its
large trapezoid-shaped head, its protruding cheekbones and its large round eyes.
Its medium sized ears are spaced apart from each other.
The coat of
the Kuril Bobtail is either short or half-long. It can be of all colors. Its
hair is thick and silky, especially on its round feet, frill, belly and thighs,
and it is waterproof.
Origin
of the Kuril Bobtail
The Kuril
Bobtail originates from Russia, and more precisely from the Kuril Islands
located near Japan, from where it takes its name. It is a very old breed but
was officially recognized late (in the early 1990s). The Kuril Bobtail is a cat
quite rare outside its country of origin where it is very popular. There are
very few specimens in France.
The Bobtail
des Kouriles is native to Russia.
Character
and behaviour of the Kuril Bobtail - Who is it for?
The Bobtail
des Kouriles is a rather independent and calm cat. However, this does not
prevent it from being sociable and affectionate. It is a cat that likes to curl
up on its owners' lap and appreciates the presence of children with whom it can
play. It is never aggressive. He also accepts the presence of other animals in
his family.
The Kuril
Bobtail has the peculiarity of being very fond of water, certainly because it
has always been accustomed to living near water in its native environment. It
also loves to climb, jump and perch high. It is an intelligent and curious cat.
How to
take care of its Bobtail des Kouriles: its needs
The Kuril
Bobtail needs space where it can hunt, climb and perch. This is why it thrives
best in a house that has a garden. In terms of maintenance, this cat does not
require special care except a brushing once a week. He practically does not
moult and his hair does not fall out.
The
feeding of the Bobtail des Kouriles
The Bobtail
des Kouriles is not a difficult cat on the feeding side. It is even a little
too greedy. Its food must be of good quality and adapted to its age, its health
condition and especially to its physical exercise.
The
health of the Bobtail des Kouriles
The Bobtail
des Kouriles has a very resistant health. It hardly ever gets sick. Its fur
protects it as much from cold temperatures as from heat.
Price of
a Bobtail des Kourile kitten
The price
of a Bobtail des Kouriles kitten will depend on the sex, the pedigree of the
parents, the conformity to the standards of the breed, etc.
Price of a
male Bobtail des Kouriles: 1200 to 1800 €.
Price of a
female Bobtail des Kouriles: 1200 to 1800 €.