{"id":89030,"date":"2022-04-22T12:08:02","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:08:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:08:02","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:08:02","slug":"how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I tell if my cat is a Russian Blue?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#How_can_I_tell_if_my_cat_is_a_Russian_Blue\" title=\"How can I tell if my cat is a Russian Blue?\">How can I tell if my cat is a Russian Blue?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#Is_the_Russian_Blue_a_friendly_cat\" title=\"Is the Russian Blue a friendly cat?\">Is the Russian Blue a friendly cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#How_much_does_a_Russian_cat_cost\" title=\"How much does a Russian cat cost?\">How much does a Russian cat cost?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#Do_all_Russian_Blue_cats_have_green_eyes\" title=\"Do all Russian Blue cats have green eyes?\">Do all Russian Blue cats have green eyes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#What_makes_a_cat_a_Russian_Blue\" title=\"What makes a cat a Russian Blue?\">What makes a cat a Russian Blue?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#Are_Russian_Blue_cats_well_behaved\" title=\"Are Russian Blue cats well behaved?\">Are Russian Blue cats well behaved?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#Can_Russian_Blue_cats_be_left_alone\" title=\"Can Russian Blue cats be left alone?\">Can Russian Blue cats be left alone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#What_is_the_average_price_for_a_Russian_blue_cat\" title=\"What is the average price for a Russian blue cat?\">What is the average price for a Russian blue cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#Are_Russian_blue_cats_valuable\" title=\"Are Russian blue cats valuable?\">Are Russian blue cats valuable?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#Are_Russian_cats_rare\" title=\"Are Russian cats rare?\">Are Russian cats rare?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#What_color_eyes_do_Blue_Russian_cats_have\" title=\"What color eyes do Blue Russian cats have?\">What color eyes do Blue Russian cats have?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#How_do_you_tell_if_a_cat_is_a_true_Russian_blue\" title=\"How do you tell if a cat is a true Russian blue?\">How do you tell if a cat is a true Russian blue?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-tell-if-my-cat-is-a-russian-blue\/#How_long_until_Russian_blue_eyes_turn_green\" title=\"How long until Russian blue eyes turn green?\">How long until Russian blue eyes turn green?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_tell_if_my_cat_is_a_Russian_Blue\"><\/span>How can I tell if my cat is a Russian Blue?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Russian Blue cats are friendly and affectionate toward their favorite humans. They love playing fetch, climbing and exploring new areas, so much so that the ASPCA recommends blocking off any small spaces in your home that could be dangerous for a curious cat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Russian_Blue_a_friendly_cat\"><\/span>Is the Russian Blue a friendly cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breeder. Most Russian Blue kittens from breeders will end up costing <b>between $400 and $1,000. You shouldn&#8217;t have any trouble finding registered breeders of Russian Blues, as they&#8217;re quite popular. It&#8217;s always worthwhile taking the time to ask each breeder a few questions so you can get a sense of their procedures.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_Russian_cat_cost\"><\/span>How much does a Russian cat cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Russian blue also has the silver tips in their coat. So remember, <b>if the cat has no downy undercoat, it is a Korat. But if the cat has down and guard hairs, it is a Russian blue. The Korat is typically a jungle cat while the Russian blue is a cold-climate cat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_all_Russian_Blue_cats_have_green_eyes\"><\/span>Do all Russian Blue cats have green eyes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Though they have emerald green eyes once fully grown, Russian Blue cats are born with yellow eyes. Most cats are born with very light blue eyes that get darker as they age &#8211; eventually turning brown. Oddly, Russian Blue cats are born with yellow eyes instead!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_makes_a_cat_a_Russian_Blue\"><\/span>What makes a cat a Russian Blue?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Russian Blues are blue because of <b>a diluted gene. The gene responsible for their blue-gray coloring is actually a form of the black-hair gene.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Russian_Blue_cats_well_behaved\"><\/span>Are Russian Blue cats well behaved?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>They&#8217;re naturally well behaved<\/b> Unlike more temperamental breeds, Russian Blues are easy to train. In fact, they can happily amuse themselves for a whole day while their owner is at work.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Russian_Blue_cats_be_left_alone\"><\/span>Can Russian Blue cats be left alone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Russian Blues can be left alone for long periods of time as they are highly independent. Russian Blues have a thick double coat that needs to be brushed out weekly. This breed is prone to anxiety, so keeping them mostly indoors and away from loud noises is a good idea.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_average_price_for_a_Russian_blue_cat\"><\/span>What is the average price for a Russian blue cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How Much Does a Russian Blue Cost? Much of the Russian Blue cat price, which typically ranges between <b>$800-$1,200. However, Excellent pedigree Russian Blue cats, from famous breeding farms, with beautiful eye colors and beautiful feathers, will cost $1,500- $3,000.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Russian_blue_cats_valuable\"><\/span>Are Russian blue cats valuable?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Russian Blue They&#8217;re super smart and very easy to train, which adds to their popularity and makes them <b>one of the most expensive cat breeds in the world. But what makes these guys so sought after are their color, for sure. Who wouldn&#8217;t want a blue cat? The bluer, the higher the price which ranges from $500-$1000 USD.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Russian_cats_rare\"><\/span>Are Russian cats rare?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For instance, the Russian blue is a cat breed that&#8217;s common around the world. But <b>a rare breed, such as the Ussuri, is seldom seen as a companion animal. Russian cat breeds vary widely in appearance and temperament. Many were developed in different parts of Russia, so their ancestry is relatively distinct.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_color_eyes_do_Blue_Russian_cats_have\"><\/span>What color eyes do Blue Russian cats have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>green<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_if_a_cat_is_a_true_Russian_blue\"><\/span>How do you tell if a cat is a true Russian blue?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like all kittens, Russian blue kittens are born with blue eyes. The blue fades to a light yellow or golden, then turns to yellow with a green ring <b>around four months old and, finally, turns fully bright green in adulthood. These cats typically weigh 712 pounds and stand around 10 inches high.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_until_Russian_blue_eyes_turn_green\"><\/span>How long until Russian blue eyes turn green?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are often mixed up with other blue cats. However, there are subtle differences between the breeds that can help you differentiate them. While Russian Blues have green eyes, <b>Chartreux has orange and British Blue gold, copper or blue-green pigmented pupils.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I tell if my cat is a Russian Blue?Is the Russian Blue a friendly cat?How much does a Russian cat cost?Do all Russian Blue cats have green eyes?What makes a cat a Russian Blue?Are Russian Blue cats well behaved?Can Russian Blue cats be left alone?What is the average price for&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-89030","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/89030"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=89030"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/89030\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=89030"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=89030"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=89030"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}