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#10 Breeders note the playful nature of this breed, and it does not have a strict age link.
Even elderly cats (if their health allows them) with great pleasure and enthusiasm of a small kitten hunt toy mice, balls, and the trail of a laser pointer.
#11 As already mentioned, the ideal home for a Norwegian Forest Cat would be a private household with its own yard.
In this way, sufficient physical activity can be guaranteed, in addition, it is the fresh air that contributes to the healthy shine of the coat. If you only have an apartment at your disposal, it is strongly recommended to take your pet for a walk at least once a month, not forgetting to put on a harness of a suitable size to prevent attempts to go on an independent journey or climb to the very top of a spreading maple. By the way, the ability to climb vertical surfaces is very important for Norwegians as it is part of their natural behavior. As a result of the constant training of many generations of ancestors, the claws on all four paws have become so powerful that this cat (the only one among the domesticated, by the way!) Is able to go down a vertical trunk upside down without any problems. When maintaining an apartment, you should definitely purchase a special cat tree with a large area at the top, from where she can watch what is happening in the room.
#12 Specialists do not put forward specific requirements for the daily diet of the Norwegian forest cat.
The only point that deserves special attention is the size of the portion. Since Norwegians are larger than many other breeds, they need a little more food. When calculating, you must take into account the current weight of the pet. Otherwise, the advice is standard: premium professional feed or a balanced natural diet that includes animal proteins, grains, and vegetables. It is important not to overfeed the animal at any age, as obesity provokes many serious diseases. It is imperative to ensure constant access to freshwater, especially if you have opted for dry food.
