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Peterbald Kittens
A slim Russian cat, hairless or nearly so, with the Oriental's long lines.
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Good to know
- Created in St Petersburg in 1994 from a Donskoy and an Oriental Shorthair.
- Coats range from completely bare to a soft brush; some change over the first years.
- Webbed toes let it hold and open things with surprising skill.
Who it suits
Owners who want a devoted, talkative cat and can keep a warm, sun-safe home.
Care
Wipe or bathe weekly, keep warm, and protect bare skin from sunburn.
History of the breed
Olga Mironova crossed a Donskoy with an Oriental Shorthair in St Petersburg in 1994. The first litter produced the type she wanted at once, and Russian registries recognised the breed by 1996 — unusually quick for a new cat.
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