This regal, stunningly beautiful feline will capture your heart.

Good-natured and a little bit on the shy side, the Russian White is exactly the same cat as the Russian Blue, except for the coloring, which is pure white. Reserved by nature, they have very quiet voices and seldom make any noise. They are intelligent, curious, and dexterous to the point of being able to manipulate door handles. They are more than willing to please and likely will want to follow you around, or even catch a ride on your shoulder. When left alone, they are quite capable of entertaining themselves (provide lots of toys), but will welcome your arrival with adoration and affection. It might take a little bit of time, but once you have committed to a Russian White, he will be completely devoted to you. Shy around strangers and resistant to change, a little bit of patience on your part will be rewarded. If you enjoy cranking up the stereo to blast out your favorite tunes, don't even think about making this sensitive creature part of your world. Mellowness and adherence to schedule are much appreciated by a Russian White. This cat will be best suited to a small household, but can adapt to older children and other pets if brought into the mix as a kitten. Not known for fighting or biting, a Russian White will go into hiding until the air settles.

An average-sized cat at 6-8 pounds, Russian Whites are fine-boned with long, graceful legs and bodies. The double coat, short, dense, and silky is sparkling white. Paws are small ovals with pink or lavender pads. The almond-shaped, wide-set eyes are a vivid emerald green. A smooth, wedge-shaped head and large ears top a long, graceful neck. Because of prominent whisker pads, they are often described as having angelic smiles. With its graceful lines and striking looks, this cat is a prime example of physical beauty.

The breed was created in Australia in the 1970s by breeding a white domestic shorthair with a Russian Blue. Geneticist at the University of Sydney closely monitored the process and the first generation of Russian Whites was registered in July 1975. The North American Russian White Association (NARWA) was established on January 1, 1999 to oversee Russian White breeding in the US. They are very rare in the United States; there are only four NARWA Certified Russian Whites as of this writing.

There are no known genetic problems with Russian Whites, and they are not prone to illness. Don't overfeed. They require a minimum of grooming- clip nails and comb periodically.

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