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Karelian Bobtail
cat breed
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
12–18 ans
Energy
Moyen
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Karelian Bobtail is a cat breed originating from the region surrounding Lake Ladoga in the Republic of Karelia in Russia, near the Finnish border. It is said to have appeared naturally over 200 years ago on the islands of this lake and has not been modified since. To this day, the WCF is the only feline organization to recognize it.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Lifespan: 12 to 18 years on average, depending on care and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day is sufficient.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Karelian Bobtail
Our selection
Dry food suited to the Karelian Bobtail
Origins & history
A story told
The breed likely had links with the Norwegian Forest cat during its history, a Scandinavian breed of natural origin, although no study exists proving this kinship. Specialists also considered a link between the Karelian Bobtail and the Kurilian Bobtail, a breed originating from the Kuril Islands, but it has been established that, despite their many similarities, these breeds are distinct. This cat was appreciated for its hunting qualities but the inhabitants of its native region preferred to own one because according to an ancient legend, cats without tails or with particularly short tails bring good luck to their owner. The breed was first recognized by the World Cat Federation (WCF) in 1994.
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What human age for a karelian bobtail ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 12–18 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
Equivalent human age
28years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AAFP/AAHA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +4 per year.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for cat
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- chilliModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a karelian bobtail ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for cat. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
158 g
per day · 599 kcal
79 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Karelian Bobtail
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For more information
Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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