I was wondering if my moggie might be a Norwegian Forest Cat cross. He’s got semi-long hair, tabby but with a bluish tint, and he has huge tufts of fur under his paws and long white tufts coming out of his ears! I also wanted to know if semi-longhaired moggies can have tufts like that under their paws? Cheers!
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Let’s just say that crossbreeds are quite rare, especially with a breed like the Norwegian Forest Cat. When you do come across crosses, it’s usually with more common breeds like Persians, Birmans, Maine Coons or Angoras. Because so many people own these breeds, you’re much more likely to find moggies crossed with them. On the other hand, not everyone has a Norwegian Forest Cat – I’m sure some people haven't even heard of the breed. So, I doubt your cat is a cross with one. Having said that, I have seen moggies that look very Siamese or Oriental, with very slim heads and quite large ears, but it’s certainly not common.
It’s highly unlikely. Not many people own pedigree cats, and those who do aren't going to let them wander about and breed with a moggy.
Plus, a lot of cats from breeders are neutered at 3 months by the breeder anyway :)
Anyway, he’s very cute :)
Thanks for your reply! I know he’s just a moggie, but I was wondering if, given his look, his mum or dad could have been a Norwegian Forest Cat, considering the traits he has?
Your cat is a moggie. Moggies can be long-haired or short-haired, and can be white, black, grey...
Essentially, a long-haired cat can't be a Maine Coon or a Norwegian Forest Cat if it doesn't come from a breeder and isn't registered with the GCCF. Just like a grey (blue) cat won't be a Chartreux if it's not from a breeder.
And yes, it’s completely normal for your cat to have thick tufts of fur between their toes.
