Neva Masquerade

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A colorpoint Siberian: big, fluffy and blue-eyed.

A Neva Masquerade cat sitting, full body
Size
Medium to large
Weight
8 to 17 lb (3.6 to 7.7 kg)
Lifespan
12 to 15 years
Coat
Semi-long, thick, triple layer
Colors
Pointed: seal, blue, red and tabby (lynx) points
Origin
Russia (Saint Petersburg), the colorpoint variety of the Siberian
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What does a Neva Masquerade look like?

The Neva Masquerade has the Siberian's powerful, rounded body and thick, water-resistant triple coat, with darker points on the face, ears, legs and tail and blue eyes. Many have tabby (lynx) points. The name comes from the Neva River in Saint Petersburg and the masked face.

Neva Masquerade personality

Like other Siberians, they are friendly, playful and confident, and they enjoy family life.

How to care for a Neva Masquerade

Comb two or three times a week, and daily during the spring molt.

How do I know if my cat is a Neva Masquerade?

A big, fluffy cat with points and blue eyes is either a Neva Masquerade or a Ragdoll. The Neva is more rounded and powerful, with a thicker coat and a rounder head. A Birman always has four white gloves.

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Breeds that look like the Neva Masquerade

Siberian SiberianA powerful, rounded forest cat from Russia with a thick triple coat. Ragdoll RagdollA big, gentle colorpoint cat with blue eyes that often goes limp when picked up. Birman BirmanA gentle colorpoint cat with deep blue eyes and four pure white 'gloves'.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Neva Masquerade a separate breed?
Some registries list it as its own breed and others as the colorpoint form of the Siberian.
Neva Masquerade or Ragdoll?
Both are pointed and blue-eyed. The Neva has the Siberian's round, sturdy build and dense triple coat. The Ragdoll is longer, with a silkier coat.

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