Description

This cat is the colourpoint version of the Siberian cat.

Look

The Neva Masquerade’s paws are large, wide, with hair between the toes. This breed has a beautiful coat, though if the fur becomes wet it tends to curl up on the belly. The specialty of this breed’s coat is that it typically does not provoke allergic reactions in sensitive persons;, be aware that this phenomenon varies between people. The Neva Masquerade comes in many colours and patterns: black, white, black brindle, striped, chinchilla, silver, gold, marble, and smoky.

Health

The Neva Masquerade is generally a healthy breed, but is prone to certain health conditions:

• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

At KittenGuru.com, we recommend that you buy your kitten from reputable breeders, who use genetic testing and good breeding practices to remove genetic conditions from their breeding lines. KittenGuru.com’s Health Guarantee certifies that all promoted kittens are in good health.

Temperament

Neva Masquerade cats have excellent hunting skills: if no prey is available, they will enjoy playing with cat toys. Neva Masquerades have an independent temperament. They don’t mind living with other animals. Neva Masquerades follow their human everywhere and want to be involved in everything. If harness trained, a Neva Masquerade cat would probably enjoy a walk in the park or a trip to the countryside.

Living with

Brush your Neva Masquerade cat every day to avoid tangles, especially during shedding season (Spring and Autumn). Neva Masquerade cats don’t mind water, so if a bath is necessary your Neva Masquerade can be washed. Brush your cat’s teeth to prevent dental and gum disease.