History
The Peterbald breed was born during the latter half of 1994 in St. Petersburg, Russia, the result of an experimental mating of a Don Hairless (also known as Don Sphynx, Donskoy or Donsky) male named Afinogen Myth and an Oriental Shorthair female World Champion named Radma von Jagerhov, by Russian felinologist Olga S. Mironova. The first two litters produced four Peterbald kittens: Mandarin iz Murino, Muscat iz Murino, Nezhenka iz Murino and Nocturne iz Murino. These four Peterbalds were the founders of the breed.
Description
The Peterbald is a cat breed of Russian origin. It was created in St Petersburg in 1994 from an experimental breeding by Olga S. Mironova. They resemble Oriental Shorthairs with a hair-losing gene
Grooming and Physical Needs
Size: slim and muscular breed
- Grooming Needs: no grooming need however need to be protected from sunburn and cold
- Coat Type: They have a hair-losing gene and can be born bald, flocked, velour, brush, or with a straight coat
- Moulting: those born with hair can lose their hair overtime
- Exercise Needs: energetic
- Average Life Span: 12-15 years
- Healthcare:
Behaviour
- Family: Live in harmony with children
- Temperament: Peterbalds are sweet-tempered, affectionate, peaceful, curious, smart, and energetic.
- Trainability:
- Sociability (Other Pets): Peterbalds typically live in harmony with other cats and pets
- Meowing: medium vocal and tend to follow their owners and always be with them