Nebelung

A relatively new cat, the Nebelung originated in America in the 1980s as a cross between a Russian Blue and an Angora Cat. The name Nebelung comes from the German “Nebel” meaning “fog” or “mist,” and “nebo” in Russian, which means “sky” or “heaven.” 

Owners will want to be home during the day or have another cat companion to keep the social Nebelung cat busy and occupied. Unlike some independent cats, the Nebelung has an intense desire to cuddle and will want to spend a lot of time interacting with owners.

These active cats love to play. Cat trees, platforms, toys, games, and food-dispensing puzzles are all right up their alley. Most importantly Nebelung cats will want to play with their owners, especially as kittens. They won’t mind being alone but they prefer to race around the house, climb furniture, and solicit pets from their owners.

Nebelungs enjoy outdoor time, but they should only be allowed to be outside when they are in a secure yard or cat run. Their silky coat is not weatherproof and can cause them to overheat easily. During the summer months, they should be kept indoors.

The Nebelung can groom itself, but check their bottoms, ears, and mouths regularly for debris.

Nebelung cats are intelligent and curious cats who learn quickly. They are easily capable of learning new tricks and do well with positive reinforcement. They can be clicker trained.

Nebelungs make good family cats. They get along well with family, other cats, dogs, and older children. However, these cats are sensitive to noise and can get easily agitated by busy households. Quieter households are more their speed.

The cost of a Nebelung from a breeder is significantly more than the cost of adopting one from a local shelter or rescue. The adoption fee usually covers additional items such as spaying or neutering, vaccines, and microchipping.