The Peterbald is a small- or medium-sized, graceful cat with large ears. Its unique trait is its coat: Peterbalds can either be bald or furry. The bald variety is divided into ultra bald, flock and velour, while the furry coat is divided into brush and straight.
Personality
Peterbalds are playful and very clever cats who are talented acrobats. They are very sociable and are devoted to their human families. This cat breed does well with children, as well with other cats and dogs. It will not be happy if left alone for too long.
Breed Characteristics
| Origin: | Russia, 1986 |
| Life Span: | 12 - 18 years |
Peterbald Build Information
The Peterbald is a small- or medium-sized, graceful cat with large ears. Its unique trait is its coat: Peterbalds can either be bald or furry. The bald variety is divided into ultra bald, flock and velour, while the furry coat is divided into brush and straight.
| Size: | Medium |
Behaviour and Personality
Peterbalds are playful and very clever cats who are talented acrobats. They are very sociable and are devoted to their human families. This cat breed does well with children, as well with other cats and dogs. It will not be happy if left alone for too long.
| Activity Level: | High |
| Affection Level: | High |
| Kid Friendliness: | Friendly |
Appearance
They should regularly be brushed because although they are hairless cat, you need to remove the oils that can stay in the skin and make it feel gluey when you touch it. They born with fur; it is not common for them be bald by birth. Some kittens have more hair, than others, they also tend to have their coat a little bit wavy. While they grow up they might lose or gain more fur, this can be for about two years.
| Grooming: | High (Needs regular bathing and daily skincare. Tail may have to be cleaned on a daily basis to prevent blackheads. Also needs regular ear and nail cleaning) |
Peterbald Common Health Conditions
Peterbald Pet Insurance
When adding a dog or cat to your family you want to make sure your pet is happy, healthy and protected. During its lifetime your pet is exposed to many illnesses and diseases and some breeds are affected by a congenital disease which is a condition existing at birth. At these moments when your pet is ill or maybe needs surgery, you want to be protected for the unexpected and high veterinarian costs.