Nebelung
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The Nebelung is a rare breed of the domestic cat. Nebelungs have long bodies, wide-set green eyes, long and dense fur, and mild dispositions.
In 5 Words
- Lively
- Playful
- Affectionate
- Good-natured
- Intelligent
Snapshot
Size (Weight): 8-16 lbsOrigin: ColoradoColor: Blue and SilverPersonality: Graceful and ShyIdeal Parents: Families, Seniors, Singles, Homebodies, TeensEnergy: CalmTalkative: LittleCoat: LongKid Friendly: YesLess Allergenic: NoLifespan: 15-18 years
Characteristics
Learn About the Nebelung
The American foundation of this cat breed was laid by the cats Siegfried (1984) and Brunhilde (1985). Cora Cobb, the owner of Siegfried and Brunhilde, was very impressed by the beauty of her blue/grey cats. Siegfried and Brunhilde looked like a Russian Blue but with a semi-long coat. To find out if it was possible to start a new breed with these cats, Cora got in touch with the geneticist of the American Cat Association.
The Nebelung is a rare breed of the domestic cat. Nebelungs have long bodies, wide-set green eyes, long and dense fur, and mild dispositions. The name Nebelung — apparently a portmanteau of the German word (Nebel) for Mist or Fog and a medieval Germanic saga, Nibelungenlied — is perhaps derived from the cat’s distinctive silky blue-grey coat and from the breed’s progenitors, who were named after the two major figures in the Nibelungenlied, the German warrior Siegfried and the Icelandic queen Brunhilde.
When it comes to the Nebelung, the operative word is long: long, graceful neck and body, long legs, long coat and long tail. Slightly oval eyes are a vivid green color, or sometimes a yellow-green. Large, pointed ears sit atop a modified wedge-shaped head that’s more pointed than rounded. The overall appearance is of a long, sturdy, well-muscled cat.
The name Nebelung is derived from the German word for mist or fog, Nebel, and a medieval Germanic saga the Nibelungenlied and is intended to represent the cat’s distinctive silky blue coat. This relatively new and rare breed is intended to resemble an ideal vision of early nineteenth century longhairs that may have had their origins in Russia.
Nebelung cats are lively, playful, affectionate, good-natured, and intelligent. The cat’s mild-mannered state and personality may not always reflect the relatively high level of intelligence often found in the breed. In spite of the fact that it is an active cat, it can live very well indoors. Nebelungs prefers their own family and often keep a distance from strangers.
A Nebelung will enjoy the company of another cat that shares its quiet personality, but it may be less satisfied in the presence of rowdy dogs or highly active cats. This is a cat that likes routine and may require a little time to adjust to changes in the household.
This is a robust, healthy breed no hereditary or genetic issues. Like all cats, they do need feline vaccinations against the common infectious diseases. We also suggest you consider medical catinsurance for any emergency illnesses or accidents.
This breeds needs frequent grooming and a perfect cat food.
