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Nakita is trying all sorts of new adventures. She was bored on Saturday and decided to try something new. She knew I didn't want her on top of the dining room table, so she decided to go under it.

Notice that the table top is made of glass. That's why you see the reflection above her! This has become her favourite place to hide, unfortunately I don't think she understands the whole concept behind glass and it's unfavourable hiding aspects!

Yoohoo...Nakita...I can still see you!!




Sorry, had to take out this pic!!!
 

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You should enter Nakita in the spokescat contest at pet smart, she is so photogenic.
Cute picture!
 

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what an adorable pic!
She looks like she is on a playground toy
that you used to see a lot of here, called 'monkey bars',
which was basically a lot of pipes welded together to make a climbing
structure.
 
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Originally posted by LDG
LOVE all of her pics - you MUST post more!!!!!!!

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Don't encourage me Laurie....you might just make me into a posting pic monster...and people will be screaming No More NAKITA!!!



 

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I can't help it. I'm starting to fall totally inlove with Russian Blue's from all the pictures I keep seeing here.

I'm sure I asked this before, but I will ask again.
I've heard that Russian Blue's are good cats to own if you are a cat allergy sufferer... is this true?
 
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Originally posted by AngelzOO
I'm sure I asked this before, but I will ask again.
I've heard that Russian Blue's are good cats to own if you are a cat allergy sufferer... is this true?
I have read that Russian Blue's are good for people with allergies. I can't really verify since I don't suffer from them. But, I do totally notice the lack of shedding from Nakita. Her shedding is very low in comparison to the Siamese I had while growing up.

 

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and people will be screaming No More NAKITA!!!
Yeah right ya daft sod!!!!!!!!!


As to the allergy question!!! Please allow me to intervene with my outstanding knowledge!!!!!!!

The Russian Blue cat hesitates to approach a stranger, but once he has bonded with a human, he becomes a loyal, home-loving pet who adores that person.

Characteristics

Short, dense coat
Silver-tipped blue fur
Modified-wedge face
Large green eyes
Lengthy nose

The breed exhibits excellent health, thanks in part to its ancestry. The breed, which evolved naturally, adapted to the bitter cold of the Russian winter and consequently suffers from few of the respiratory ailments that can strike other breeds. The first Russian blues in the West were imported by sailors, no doubt because of the cats' beauty; the breed has undergone few if any changes and looks identical to blues of centuries past.

The distinctive blue colouring is a mutation of black. Because the breed evolved in such a cold climate, it has retained its double coat, which offers a couple of benefits that set blues apart from most other breeds: they don't shed, and they don't have hairballs. The former makes them a good choice for people who may have allergies to other breeds. You should never brush a Russian blue's hair -- you'll brush out the silver tipping. Instead, comb it occasionally, but it actually requires very little care on your part.

Tips on Choosing and Care

Choose a reputable breeder, and find out the kitten's parentage.
Check the kitten to be sure he is well proportioned.
Check the condition of his coat; look for telltale signs of fleas.
He should have pink, healthy-looking gums and mouth.
Check his ears for signs of mites.
Make sure he has clear, bright eyes with no signs of discharge.

Web site resources for Russian blue cats: If you want to learn more just type in russian blues and away you go!
 
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Originally posted by Bundylee
You should never brush a Russian blue's hair -- you'll brush out the silver tipping. Instead, comb it occasionally, but it actually requires very little care on your part.

I never knew that!!!! Oh No...Nakita, I've compromised your silver tips!!!

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