Russian Blue Kittent for Home, Pet-Class
A Russian Blue cat of any class can be a devoted household pet. However, if you don’t plan to breed or participate in shows, it’s worth choosing a pet-class. This group includes cats with a weak phenotype, whose price is much cheaper than their “documented” relatives. But they won’t love you any less because of it.
What is a Pet-Сlass?
Pet class Russian Blue – purebred cats with minor deviations from the standard, disqualifying features. They are not of interest for breeding because of a high percentage of passing defects to offspring.
This does not mean that Russian Blues of the pet-class are ugly, defective, or sick animals. When purchasing a Russian blue kitten, ask the breeder what specific characteristics the cat has. These usually include:
- deviations in color (stripes on the paws, uneven color or a combination of several shades, mismatch of the muzzle to the standard);
- mismatch of eye color to the standard;
- insufficient or excessive hair length;
- incorrect shape and localization of the ears;
- unusual physique for a Russian Blue.
Important: breeders often classify Russian Blue kittens as pet-class even with minor defects that an ordinary buyer is unlikely to notice. These nuances do not matter for a cat lover, but are extremely important for a breeder.
If such a kitten cannot surpass its parents in breed characteristics, it is still healthy, beautiful, harmonious, and needs a friend and owner. Deviations that prevent it from participating in shows do not cause any inconvenience. With proper care and attention, it grows into a wonderful and loyal pet.
Unacceptable Defects of Russian Blues
Anatomical deviations are considered defects that make it impossible to sell a Russian Blue:
- Incorrect bite;
- Violation of bone formation or spinal column;
- Bent tail;
- Absence of one or both testicles in the scrotum of male cats (cryptorchidism).
Anomalies are usually associated with genetic factors. Acquired diseases often join them, which the weakened body of a Russian Blue kitten cannot fight.
Respected breeders will never resort to fraud by offering a sick kitten with genetic abnormalities to a client.
Special Features of Selling Kittens as Pets
The cost of Russian Blue kittens varies depending on whether they are intended for breeding or as pets. Kittens sold as pets do not come with pedigrees and require mandatory castration or sterilization, making them more affordable than those classified as breed or show quality. This option is popular among those seeking a companion.
However, breed or show quality Russian Blue kittens can also be sold as pets. In these cases, breeders offer them at a reduced price, with the condition that the new owners must sterilize the kitten by six months of age. This practice ensures that these Russian Blues will not be bred in the future.
Why kittens Need to be Neutered or Spayed
This is necessary for the safety of the animal. Regular heat cycles in female Russian Blues and the natural instincts of male cats can cause health problems such as prostate or ovarian tumors, and pyometra. Pathologies like these should not be underestimated, as they can lead to fatal outcomes.
Failure to sterilize or neuter a cat can lead to changes in the animal’s behavior, which can put a strain on the relationship with its owner.
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