Russian Blue — breed guide
A quiet, shimmering one-family cat that warms up slowly and permanently.
At a glance
- Group
- shorthair
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 3–5.5 kg (7–12 lb)
- Life span
- 15–20 years
- Coat
- Short, dense silver-blue double coat
Living with a Russian Blue
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Almost no grooming.
- Light shedding.
- Trainable with consistency.
- Very quiet.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Generally content living with another cat.
- Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Handles cold well.
Temperament
Reserved · Loyal · Gentle
Health to watch
- Obesity
- Bladder stones
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Did you know
One of the longer-lived pedigree cats — late teens is common.
Questions people ask
Is a Russian Blue good with kids?
Generally yes. Russian Blues are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Russian Blue good with other cats?
Usually yes. Russian Blues generally settle well with another cat, given a proper introduction and their own food, bed and tray.
How much exercise does a Russian Blue need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Russian Blue handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Russian Blue's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.