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Peterbald (Peterbald)

Last checked 2026-07-26

The Peterbald is a Russian cat that was created by crossing an Oriental Shorthair with a Donskoy in 1994. Its coat ranges from hairless to short, soft, velvety fur. Affectionate and highly attached to its owner, it is talkative. Suitable for people who have time to be intimate regularly.
typecat
Place of originRussia (St. Petersburg)
Sizemedium · hairless
Life expectancyAbout 12-15 years
HabitVery attached to the owner It is sometimes compared to a dog-like personality. · Talkative, cries frequently. · Playful, intelligent, likes to climb and play with toys. · Needs closeness from people throughout the day. Don't like being left alone for long.
Thailand weatherTheir barely protected skin makes Peterbalds more vulnerable to sunburn and burns from the harsh Thai sun than cats with fur. Should be raised in the house Avoid the strong sun during noon. And consult your veterinarian about sunscreen for cats if they must go outdoors. The advantage is that they do not have thick fur that accumulates heat like long-haired breeds.
fur careYou must wipe yourself or shower regularly. (About once a week or more frequently) to remove the oil that the skin produces instead of the fur. Ears and teeth should be cleaned regularly.
exerciseBurns energy quickly, so eat often and should have activities to play during the day. They like to climb and have high energy throughout their lives.
Common diseases in the breedThe skin is sensitive to sunlight and cold weather due to the lack of protective fur. Risk of sunburn and wounds if exposed to the sun for a long time. · There are no clear reports of congenital diseases. But skin health should be checked regularly. · Cats need higher energy food than normal hair because they have a fast metabolism.
suitable forCan raise a condo · Sounds good · Lots of power

Resources: tica.org · icatcare.org · vcahospitals.com — Last checked 2026-07-26

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