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# The Kurilian Bobtail: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Russia
A rare, sociable and robust cat, recognizable by its pompom tail.
Size MediumLife expectancy 10–15 yearsBudget ≈ €65/monthKitten €600 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-kurilian-bobtail) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-cat-breeds?races=kurilian-bobtail)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Which cat is right for you?](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-cat)
Families and children Excellent
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Very good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Limited
Vocalization Quiet
Strengths and weaknesses
- Very sociable: He is generally gentle, friendly and pleasant to live with, both with his family and with visitors.
- Robust: It is a breed known for being sturdy, with good overall resistance when it is well cared for.
- Moderate grooming: His coat mainly requires regular brushing without complex daily care.
- Intelligent and playful: He likes to explore, play and can learn a few small exercises with a positive approach.
- Need for stimulation: He does not tolerate a poor or overly confined environment well and needs regular activities.
- Not ideal in a small apartment: His balance is better when he has space and an enriched living environment.
- Independent side: He can learn, but does not always obey consistently and requires patience.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Families with children: Its gentle and playful temperament often makes it a good companion for family life.
- Homes with space: It thrives better in a house or a home rich in stimulation and observation points.
- Owners wanting a sociable cat: It readily seeks contact and often integrates well into the household's daily life.
- Cohabitation with other animals: It generally tolerates other animals of the same species well and can live with a properly introduced dog.
Not recommended for
- Small homes without enrichment: A too restricted and monotonous setting may hinder its development.
- Very sedentary people: It needs play, interactions, and a minimum of activity to stay balanced.
- Adopters looking for a totally indoor cat without effort: This breed requires an environment designed to satisfy its curiosity and energy.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
29 cmKurilian Bobtail
- Height at the withers
- 25–32 cm
- Weight
- 3–7 kg
- Coat
- Short or semi-long, dense
- Origin
- Russia
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Kurilian Bobtail in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Kurilian Bobtail is a recent breed originating from Russia, more precisely from the Kuril Islands. Its short pompom tail is said to have appeared spontaneously and then been passed on genetically. The breed was developed and established from the middle of the 20th century before being recognized in Europe in 2003. It still remains little-known outside Russia, which contributes to its rarity.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Kurilian Bobtail is a semi-cobby format cat, compact, muscular and powerful. Its back is slightly arched and its medium-length legs are sturdy. Its trapezoid head has prominent cheekbones, slightly slanted round eyes and medium-sized ears. Its most striking characteristic is its short tail, less than 8 cm, formed of irregular bends and resembling a pompom. The coat exists in a short-haired or semi-long-haired version, with a developed undercoat and a silky texture.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Kurilian Bobtail is an affectionate, stable, curious and very sociable cat. It readily becomes attached to its family and is gentle with children. It combines great liveliness with a calm and composed temperament. Intelligent and receptive, it generally tolerates well the presence of other cats and even dogs when it is properly socialized.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, the Kurilian Bobtail likes to observe, explore and play. It is an excellent hunter, readily active, which particularly appreciates water and may even like to swim or paddle. It is not very aggressive and quite not very vocal. It copes poorly with an environment that is too confined and thrives more when it has space, stimulation and regular games.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Kurilian Bobtail learns fairly easily thanks to its intelligence and curiosity. A gentle, consistent education based on positive reinforcement gives good results. It can learn a few simple commands or small tricks, but retains an independent side that requires patience and consistency. Early socialization helps strengthen its natural balance.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Kurilian Bobtail
The Kurilian Bobtail is a rare breed, and its purchase price depends mainly on the quality of the lineage, the availability of kittens and the seriousness of the breeding. Its still limited distribution can make the supply vary significantly depending on the countries and the periods.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/kurilian-bobtail/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Kurilian Bobtail is considered a very robust breed. No major fragility is commonly highlighted in general references, but it remains necessary to maintain regular veterinary follow-up, up-to-date vaccination and good hygiene of life.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/kurilian-bobtail/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Kurilian Bobtail can be fed with good-quality commercial food, in kibble, in wet food or in a well-balanced mixed diet. Its diet must take into account its activity, its age and its ideal weight.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/kurilian-bobtail/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Kurilian Bobtail is often noticed for its unusual liking for water in a cat. Its tail does not look like a simple shortened tail, but like a real pompom formed of naturally bent vertebrae. A breed still rare in Europe, it is also known as the Kuril Bobtail.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Kurilian Bobtail
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Kurilian Bobtail suitable for apartment living?
It clearly prefers a house with access to a secure outdoor space or, at the very least, a highly enriched indoor environment. Life exclusively in an apartment may be suitable provided it is offered plenty of games, interactions, and observation points.
### Is the Kurilian Bobtail sociable with children and other animals?
Yes, it is generally described as gentle, playful, and sociable. It often gets along well with children and can live with other cats or properly introduced dogs.
### Why is this breed known for liking water?
The Kurilian Bobtail is among the cats often described as being comfortable with water. Many individuals enjoy paddling, watching water, or playing nearby, which is one of its most distinctive traits.
## Find a Kurilian Bobtail breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Kurilian Bobtail breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Kurilian Bobtail breeders by country
[5 breeders of Kurilian Bobtail in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-kurilian-bobtail) [2 breeders of Kurilian Bobtail in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-kurilian-bobtail/denmark) [1 breeder of Kurilian Bobtail in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-kurilian-bobtail/germany)
[All breeders of Kurilian Bobtail in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-kurilian-bobtail)
## Ready to welcome a Kurilian Bobtail?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-kurilian-bobtail)
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