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Cat Breed
The Norwegian Forest Cat Breed
First European Feline Explorers of
North America
The
thick coated Norwegian Forest Cat originated in chilly
Norway during the early nineteen hundreds. This cat's feline
ancestors accompanied the warlike Vikings as they sailed around
the world. This handsome cat is Bowetzo, a Norwegian Forest Cat
from
Jaymylnkatz.
The Norwegian Forest Cat kept their owners company, but they also
had a more important purpose, rodent control.
The Norwegian Forest Cat breed's exceptional hunting ability
enabled it to keep the Viking food supply mouse free during long
voyages at sea and at home in the village.
This is a longhaired cat
Plan on brushing this breed's coat
regularly to prevent matting.
While the
Norwegian Forest Cat's thick, long coat looks beautiful, you should be prepared
to do a bit of grooming to keep it that way.
You will have to brush this cat's
coat out once a week or your cat may end up with a matted and tangled coat that
will need to be shaved off. Since clipping a cat can be quite stressful for him,
try to keep his coat free of tangles.
If you are looking for a playful, active cat that loves family interaction,
then the Norwegian Forest Cat is probably the breed for you. Most are quite
happy to accept and play with strangers as well as their own people.

The Norwegian Forest cat evolved, by
necessity, as a very efficient and resourceful hunter. That instinct
is still there so they have to given some sort of activity or
entertainment to take the place of that drive.
If she were left alone in the home
for long periods, the owners definitely need to set aside time for
play or walks on a lead. Because they love activity and interaction,
they may not be the best companion for busy professionals.
They aren't terribly demanding, but
someone with this lifestyle should be prepared to spend some serious
one-on-one time with their Norwegian when they return from work.
A great companion cat
Norwegians are great as a companion
cat for people living on their own. They love spending time with
you and are also great helpers. They add interest and
style to any normally dull painting chore. The Norwegian becomes
very attached to his family and is very devoted and loving.
After all, if these beautiful
cats were loved by the legendary Vikings, they have to be special. |