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Skogkatt Skaukatt Norsk Skogkatt (nick Wegie) Basic Info The existence of the Norwegian Forest Cat has been recorded as far back as 1200 AD, and possibly as early as 800 AD. The Norwegian Forest cat has remained popular throughout history and was even named the official Cat of Norway! Norwegian Forest Cats have a thick fluffy double-layered coat, tufted ears and a long bushy tail to protect them against the cold. Their coat is essentially waterproof due to its coarse outer layer and dense underlay. They are very large cats with adult males weighing 6 to 10 kg (13 to 22 lb), while females are approximately half that size. Their hind legs are longer than their front legs. They are very intelligent, playful cats that enjoy human company. The nickname of "Wegie" began in the United States and is a shortened version of the word Norwegian. Health The Norwegian Forest Cat requires climbing places. Without them, it may not be not be content. During the shedding season they will require frequent grooming, though during the rest of the year grooming requirements are minimal. This breed may be prone to glycogen storage disease.
Habitat Scandinavia, Norway Behavior Like Maine Coons, Norwegian Forest Cats are an intelligent, robust and playful breed. They like the outdoors, are well suited to cold conditions and are great hunters. Despite their great affection for the outdoors however, they enjoy the company of humans and other pets and will sometimes go looking for company if their owner is out. They are not easily stressed and are quite patient, which makes them great for a family with children. They enjoy high vantage points and enjoy tree-climbing, or, if they are indoor cats, climbing on appliances. Potential buyers should be aware that they enjoy climbing on top of bookshelves, refridgerators, and computers, to name a few. Origin Scandinavia, Norway History The breed is a very old one which occurred as a natural adaptation to the cold climate of the region, but it was not regarded as anything other than a standard house-cat until the late 1930s, when a small number of 'Skaukatts' were shown in Germany and received very favourably by the judges. World War II brought an abrupt end to the fledgling Norwegian show cat industry, and the breed was forgotten until the 1970s. The cats are now being bred and shown in several countries including the United States. The first international association to accept the breed was FIFe, in 1977. They are rumoured to be the early ancestors of the Maine Coon and the long-haired Manx. Common Foods cat food, milk |
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