🐱 Cat · size Small
Kurilian Bobtail
Cat breed
Photo · Wikipedia FR (CC BY-SA)
Weight
3–4.5 kg
Size
Small
Lifespan
12–18 ans
Energy
Moyen
Coat
Toutes
Maintenance
Élevé
Training
Moyen
The Kurilian Bobtail is a cat breed originating from the Kuril Islands in Russia. This cat is characterized by its very short tail forming a pompom, resulting from a natural mutation. The breed exists in short-hair and long-hair varieties.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Modéré
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Élevé
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Small size (3–4.5 kg), adapts to most homes.
- 2Life expectancy: 12 to 18 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3Moderate energy — 30 to 60 minutes of exercise per day sufficient.
- 4Regular grooming — brushing 3 to 5 times per week.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Kurilian Bobtail
Our selection
Dry food suited to the Kurilian Bobtail
Origins & history
A story told
This natural breed comes from the Kuril Islands, on the border between Russia and Japan. No human intervention modified the breed and their particular tail is the result of a spontaneous genetic mutation similar to that of the Japanese Bobtail. Existing at least since the 17th century, this breed remained unknown due to the political withdrawal of the Soviet Union and was not registered by the International Feline Federation until the early 1990s. The breed encounters difficulties in gaining recognition by feline federations because of its great similarity with the Japanese Bobtail. TICA registered the long-hair and short-hair varieties in the Preliminary New Breed category in 2008.
Character
Daily temperament
Character traits are above all a function of each cat's history and therefore perfectly individual. However, the Kurilian Bobtail is described as a sociable but independent cat. According to the LOOF, it is a cat that needs space. He would like water and would not hesitate to dive into his owner's bathtub.
Physical
Breed standard
No crossing with another breed is authorized. In no case should the Kurilian Bobtail resemble a Japanese Bobtail.
Chapter 2
Daily life
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Kurilian Bobtail of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of kurilian bobtail (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
Editorial recommendation — no affiliate links.
Âge
What human age for a kurilian 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.
Health
Health watch
Originating from regions with a very harsh climate, the Kurilian Bobtail is extremely resistant to all temperature variations. Even if it spends most of its time outdoors, it almost never gets sick.
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 kurilian bobtail ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for cat. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
50 g
per day · 191 kcal
25 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
Appears in
Kurilian Bobtail in our rankings
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Kurilian Bobtail
Does the Kurilian Bobtail adapt well to apartment living?+
How long does a Kurilian Bobtail live?+
Does the Kurilian Bobtail shed much?+
Does the Kurilian Bobtail tolerate solitude?+
If you like this cat
Breeds with similar profiles
For more information
Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
The right score for your Kurilian Bobtail.
SokoScan calculates a personalized PawScore based on breed, age, weight and your pet's sensitivities. Free, instant.