Frequently Asked Questions

Breed standard according to FIFe

CategoryDescription

General descriptionSize: medium to large. Typically, females are slightly smaller than males;

HeadShape: slightly longer than wider, gently rounded, massive, large;
Forehead: broad, slightly rounded;
Cheeks: Cheekbones well developed;
Nose: medium length, wide, there is a slight dimple in the profile, but no visible stop;
Chin: Slightly sloping backwards, forming an arc in profile with the top line of the nose;

The ears

Shape: medium in size, wide open at the base, the tips are rounded with well-developed brushes of hair inside;
Position: Set well apart, slightly tilted forward;

EyesShape: large, slightly oval;
Location: slightly sloping, widely spaced;
Color: blue - the more intense the better;

BodyTorso: strongly muscled body with a strong bone, strong neck, wide chest, gives the impression of lying rectangular;

The legsMedium height, strong, well built, they form a rectangle with the rest of the body. The paws are large, round, with dense brushes between the fingers;

TailMedium length, thick, rounded at the end. Covered on all sides with thick hair, but no hair flowing downwards;

FurStructure: semi-long, well developed, very dense, slightly hard to the touch, undercoat not lying flat on the body, waterproof;
Length: summer fur is noticeably shorter than winter fur. Winter fur has a well-developed ruff, pants and a coat.

ColourAccording to the EMS 33 standard, i.e. the Himalayan type, color point. Allowed colors of meanings: seal-black (n), blue-blue (a), red-red (d), cream-cream (e), black-tortie-black tortie (f), blue-tortie-blue tortie (g) ); with and without brindle (solid), with or without the addition of silver-silver (s) or gold-gold (s). All these varieties allowed with white. Any amount of white allowed. The codes work: 01, 02, 03, 09. Forbidden varieties: chocolate, lilac, cinnamon and fawn. 

CommentsCrossbreeding with any other breed is forbidden, except the sister breed - SIB. 

Disqualifying featuresGeneral: cats too small or too finely built;
Head: long and narrow, straight profile, too round - Persian type;
Ears: too big or set too high;
Eyes: too round;
Legs: too long or too thin;
Tail: too short;
Fur: ​​too fine or silky, lying too flat, no length (ruff, pants, coat, except in summer.) 

 The EMS  (Easy Mind System) code is a system created by FIFe for easy identification of purebred cats. The EMS code describes the cat's external features and includes such elements as: breed, color and distribution on the body, eye colors, tail and ear types. Neva Masquerade cats are judged in two color groups. Cats without white (group 1) and with white (group 2).

The basic  EMS code  for  Neva Masquerade cats  is:

 NEM  x (s, y) 0x 21

 This code describes the external features of the cat and includes such elements as: 
* breed -  NEM  (Neva Masquerade) 
* fur color -  x  - lowercase letters  n, a, d, e, f, g  and the possible addition of letters  s  and  y as a sign of silver or the golden color of the fur 
* the distribution of the white color -  0x  (numbers 01, 02, 03 and 09)

 Possible NEM fur colors (group 1 and 2):

 a - blue

 d - ginger

 e - cream

 f - black tortoiseshell

 g - blue tortoiseshell

 n - black

 s - silver (always in combination with one of the six primary colors)

 y - gold (always in combination with one of the six primary colors)

 Possible NEM tabby drawing (group 1 and 2):

 21 - undefined

 Biel on cat NEM (group 2):

 01 - van

 02 - harlequin

 03 - bicolour

 09 - an undefined amount of white

 Point:

 33 - Himalayan meanings

 Eye color:

 61 - blue

 Point cats of all breeds have blue eyes

animals to which we can be sure that they will not cause allergies. There is such a danger, but it is less than with other breeds of cats.

Research shows that the main allergen in cats is the protein Fel d1, which is present in the animal's saliva and sebaceous glands. It was found to be less sensitizing than other breeds by measuring its level in the Siberian coat. The most extensive study was tests conducted by Indoor Biotechnologies in Virginia, USA, commissioned by the independent breeders association Siberian Research Inc. In 2009, more than 300 Siberian cats were tested within its framework. The results showed that most of the breeds had little or very little Fel d1 protein content in their hair. However, these studies are not widely recognized. Therefore, on their basis, it is absolutely impossible to make a decision about having a cat.

Before we buy an animal, be sure to spend at least a few hours in its company. Even cats that are recommended for allergy sufferers can cause an allergic reaction. However, we will certainly find many allergy sufferers who have Siberian cats and do not suffer from allergy symptoms. Reactions to a given allergen may vary, so it is very difficult to generalize unambiguously.

Neva Masquerade cat - character and requirements

The Neva Masquerade cat, the Norwegian Forest cat, and the Main Coon breed belong to the forest cat species and are similar to each other not only visually but also in terms of character. They are said to be of "dog nature". Owners of this breed of cats say that after returning home, their pets come running to greet them and are characterized by great devotion.

For this reason, the Neva Masquerade cat will be a grateful companion for almost everyone. Representatives of this breed like children and show a lot of patience with them. They accept the presence of other animals and feel good in small spaces such as a flat in a block of flats. These animals can be happy there if we provide them with places to jump in, i.e. a specially designed system of shelves. It is worth noting that this breed is not destructive, but like every purr its representative should have at least one scratching post at his disposal.

The Neva Masquerade cat is distinguished by great temperament and mobility, but it does not have persistence in it. He is friendly, affectionate, outgoing, inquisitive, courageous and intelligent. Easily adapts to house rules, knows how to keep clean, and quickly learns tricks such as retrieving.

When it comes to grooming, this breed needs regular grooming. Cats with allergies are best combed daily. Wet combing can also be used to reduce the amount of hair floating in the air and settling on various objects. In addition, you should regularly clean your pet's ears and eyes.

Hypoallergenic

The Neva Masquerade cat is a breed that is most often recommended to people with allergies. Does this mean that it does not cause allergies? What do you need to know before we decide to buy a pet? What distinguishes the character of the Neva Masquerade cat ?

Are there "hypoallergenic" cats?

For many allergy sufferers, the good news is that there are indeed cats that can be described as hypoallergenic. However, it is important to know that the word "hypoallergenic" does not mean "one that does not cause allergies", but - "one that sensitizes less". The prefix "hypo" just means "less" and is an antonym of the prefix "hyper". Neva Masquerade cats are therefore not animals to which we can be sure that they will not cause allergies. There is such a danger, but it is less than with other breeds of cats.

Research shows that the main allergen in cats is the protein Fel d1, which is present in the animal's saliva and sebaceous glands. It was found to be less sensitizing than other breeds by measuring its level in the Siberian coat. The most extensive study was tests conducted by Indoor Biotechnologies in Virginia, USA, commissioned by the independent breeders association Siberian Research Inc. In 2009, more than 300 Siberian cats were tested within its framework. The results showed that most of the breeds had little or very little Fel d1 protein content in their hair. However, these studies are not widely recognized. Therefore, on their basis, it is absolutely impossible to make a decision about having a cat.

Before we buy an animal, be sure to spend at least a few hours in its company. Even cats that are recommended for allergy sufferers can cause an allergic reaction. However, we will certainly find many allergy sufferers who have Siberian cats and do not suffer from allergy symptoms. Reactions to a given allergen may vary, so it is very difficult to generalize unambiguously.

Neva Masquerade cat - character and requirements

The Neva Masquerade cat, the Norwegian Forest cat, and the Main Coon breed belong to the forest cat species and are similar to each other not only visually but also in terms of character. They are said to be of "dog nature". Owners of this breed of cats say that after returning home, their pets come running to greet them and are characterized by great devotion.

For this reason, the Neva Masquerade cat will be a grateful companion for almost everyone. Representatives of this breed like children and show a lot of patience with them. They accept the presence of other animals and feel good in small spaces such as a flat in a block of flats. These animals can be happy there if we provide them with places to jump in, i.e. a specially designed system of shelves. It is worth noting that this breed is not destructive, but like every purr its representative should have at least one scratching post at his disposal.

The Neva Masquerade cat is distinguished by great temperament and mobility, but it does not have persistence in it. He is friendly, affectionate, outgoing, inquisitive, courageous and intelligent. Easily adapts to house rules, knows how to keep clean, and quickly learns tricks such as retrieving.

When it comes to grooming, this breed needs regular grooming. Cats with allergies are best combed daily. Wet combing can also be used to reduce the amount of hair floating in the air and settling on various objects. In addition, you should regularly clean your pet's ears and eyes.