 In today's video, we are going to talk about some interesting facts and myths about the Nabilung cat. Nabilungs are unique among cats, owing to the loyalty they display towards their owners. These shy and intelligent felines can sense the mood of a household very well, which is why they are considered excellent pets. It is safe to feed a Nabilung cat with food manufactured by most quality brands. However, owners should remember one thing, that feeding cows milk to them can cause a stomach upset. The Nabilung is a rare kind of cat breed. In German, the word, Nabilung means creature of the mist. This domestic cat is known for its dense coat. The coat is different from that of pure blue cats. The Nabilung possesses a double coat. The top coat is silvery and the undercoat is medium blue in color. The upper, silvery coat offers the Nabilung a ghost-like appearance. Here are a few interesting facts about the Nabilung cat which will give you some further insight into its characteristics and temperament. 1. Nabilung Cat's History The Nabilung cat breed was developed by Korah Khab of the Nebelheim Cattery. Khab was inspired by a kitten named Siegfried, the only long-haired blue kitten in a litter fathered by a long-haired black cat and born to a black domestic short hair named Elsa. A second litter produced a female long-haired blue kitten whom Khab named Brunhilde. Siegfried and Brunhilde became the foundation of a new breeding program and produced their first litter in 1986. Russian blues who carried the gene for long hair were imported from Eastern Europe in the late 1980s and contributed to the development of the breed. The International Cat Association gave the cat's new breed status in 1987 and full recognition in 1997. Nebelungs can be outcrossed to Russian blues. 2. Nabilung Cat's Size The Nabilung is a medium-sized cat with a long body. They tend to weigh in at 7-15 pounds with females generally being smaller than males. That said, some Nabilungs may fall outside of that range. 3. Nabilung Cat's Personality The Nabilung has a reputation as a gentle, quiet cat, somewhat shy, but don't get the wrong idea. This cat may have a reserved nature, but they love to play, being especially fond of retrieving, and enjoy jumping or climbing to high places where they can study people and situations at their leisure before making up their mind about whether they want to get involved. Guess will not receive this cat's immediate attention and may never see them unless they decide the humans are worthy of their notice, but toward family members, especially their favorite person, the Nabilung is ever loyal, following them through the house and even riding on a shoulder. The Nabilung is a sensitive cat who doesn't like to be ignored, and will be hurt if they don't receive the same amount of affection they give. Lack of attention can cause them to become anxious or fearful. While the Nabilung loves your company, they're capable of entertaining themselves during the day while you are at work. Unlike some active, intelligent breeds, they're not destructive but move through the house with the live grace of a Russian ballerina. When you are at home, their subtle sense of humor and manual dexterity will never fail to entertain. Just make sure you laugh with them, not at them. They have a strong sense of self-worth and don't like being made fun of. This is a cat who does best in a quiet, stable environment. They don't like change, and it's especially important to them that meals arrive on time. Count on them to be a faithful alarm clock in the morning, not so you don't miss work, but so they don't miss a meal. If you take the time to develop a relationship with a Nabilung, your reward will be a deep bond with this loving cat. 4. Nabilung Cat's Health Both pedigreed cats and mixed breed cats have varying incidences of health problems that may be genetic in nature. The Nabilung is generally healthy, however, an owner's main concern will probably be this cat's hearty appetite, which can turn them from sleep to stout in no time. Hello. This video is sponsored by Beemix Pets. Are you looking for high-quality cat collars at an affordable cost? Check out BeemixPets.com. Use coupon code KittenLife to get 20% off. 5. Taking Care of Your Nabilung Cat The Nabilung's long, dense coat should be combed twice a week to remove dead hair and distribute skin oils. Brush the teeth to prevent periodontal disease. Daily dental hygiene is best, but weekly teeth brushing is better than nothing. Trim the nails every couple of weeks. Wipe the corners of the eyes with a soft, damp cloth to remove any discharge. Use a separate area of the cloth for each eye so you don't run the risk of spreading any infection. Check the ears weekly. If they look dirty, wipe them out with a cotton ball or soft damp cloth moistened with a 50-50 mixture of cider vinegar and warm water. Avoid using cotton swabs, which can damage the interior of the ear. Keep the Nabilung's litter box spotlessly clean. They are very particular about bathroom hygiene, and a clean litter box will help to keep their coat clean as well. It's a good idea to keep a Nabilung as an indoor-only cat to protect them from catching diseases spread by other cats, suffering attacks by dogs or coyotes, and the other dangers that face cats who go outdoors, such as being hit by a car. Nabilung's who go outdoors also run the risk of being stolen by someone who would like to have such a beautiful cat without paying for one. 6. Nabilung cat's coat color and grooming. The Nabilung looks much like the elegant yet muscular Russian blue, but with a thick, shimmering, medium-length coat. Their general appearance is that of a long, sturdy, well-muscled cat. The International Cat Association breed standard for the Nabilung calls for them to have a modified wedge-shaped head that is more pointed than rounded, although his long hair may give the head a rounded look. Large ears are wide at the base with pointed tips, and rich, deep green eyes have a slightly oval shape and are set wide apart. Kittens may have yellowish green eyes, but by the time they are two years old, they should have developed into the vivid green of maturity. The nose pad is charcoal gray. A long, slender neck sometimes looks shorter than it actually is because of the Nabilung's dense fur. The body is what's called semi-foreign, meaning it is moderate in shape, falling somewhere between the short, compact body of breeds such as Persians and the sleek angles of oriental breeds such as the Siamese. It is athletic but not bulky, with a medium-boned body that is well proportioned. Supporting the body are long, medium-boned legs set on medium-size, well-rounded oval paws with generous tufting between the toes. The Nabilung looks as if they're walking on the balls of their feet. Their tail is at least as long as their body from shoulder blades to the rear end, covered in fur that is longer than the body hair. The Nabilung stands out for its luxurious coat and striking color. A medium-length double coat covers the body, increasing in length from the shoulder to the tail. Males have a distinct neck rough, but females are not as well endowed. Behind the ears is feathering in a lighter shade of blue. The fur covering the back of the upper thighs gives the Nabilung the appearance of wearing pantaloons. The outer coat is fine and silky, topping, and undercoat that is soft and downy. The coat typically does not develop fully until the cat is two years old. To the uninformed, the Nabilung might look gray, but in cat show terms, they are blue all the way to the roots. It's ideal if the fur is silver-tipped, which makes the coat seem to glisten, but often silver-tipping is noticeable only on the head and shoulders. Some Nabilung kittens are born with ghost stripes, a reminder of the tabby gene that all cats carry, even if it isn't expressed in their coat, but these generally fade, leaving the cat with a solid blue coat of maturity. 7. Nabilung cats to children and other pets. Nabilungs have a tolerant nature toward children who treat them kindly and respectfully, but they can be wary of younger children who pet them clumsily. Always supervise very young children when they want to pet the cat. The Nabilung is accepting of other animals, including dogs, as long as they aren't chased or menaced by them. Introduce pets slowly and in controlled circumstances to ensure that they learn to get along together. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. 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