MUST-KNOW Norwegian Forest Cat PROS AND CONS
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- The Norwegian Forest Cat is majestic indeed! This cat breed is prized for its looks and personality, but it doesn't come without disadvantages! Stick with us to find out the Norwegian Forest Cat's pros and cons!
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I adopted my little (big, very big) guy without knowing he is a Norwegian. He's beautiful. He's the sweetest cat I've ever known. He's everything the positives described and none of the bad behavioral parts. He's a little angel. He is extremely playful, brings me his toys when he wants to play, let's me know when we should go outside to play and when he just wants attention. He sleeps like a cuddled up baby in my arms at night. He trills to communicate and I hope his voice never changes. I love him so much. He does have a slight heart murmur, but I don't know if it's going to cause major issues. He is a very happy boy.
Same. He was advertised as a Maine Coon cross. However, he doesn't have any of the Main Coon traits aside from. Long fur and size. We discovered he was a Norwegian Forest Cat from a youtube video that describes the difference between the two. 100% Norwegian Forest Cat. He doesn't have a main, he is a perfect ball of fluff.
Me too! Never knew his breed until someone told me what he “might” be and got him checked out. Everyone said how big he was lol never thought anything of it. I don’t regret it for a single second he’s the best cat I’ve ever had and I’ve had Siamese, mixed cats, Maine coons... my cat is the best I’ve ever had
Same i bought a very majestic grey female Norwegian forest cat .
I have a female Norwegian forest cat she’s also a big girl
Does male and female has difference behaviour ?
0:34 my Wegie intervenes in the arguments trying to calm everyone down 😂 It's so cute I can't keep feeling angry when she does that.
I love love my Ollie boy! He’s absolutely great! He loves being outside. His bff is the neighbors small dog. They play everyday. Super playful even at a year old. He hates the rain. He’ll just perch in the window!
Hello becca how are you doing? You look great by the way.
mine aint like this at all. Mine is lazy when inside whenever we have an event or party he just leaves and avoids everyone
Also to mention is their toe tuffs!! They have extra fur that grows between the pads of their paws just like sand cats and main coons. I found a NFC and he’s my best friend :) they also don’t shed as much as other cats even who have shorter fur. My lil dude has also been a great mother figure to a kitty I found recently who was so little she couldn’t 1 or 2 by herself and he would help her. Best cat I’ve ever had.
The toe tuffs are called snow shoes ☺. They also have little tuffs on their ears (these are smaller than those of the Maine Coon).
We adopted a female kitten who “needed a docile older cat” as she had been separated from her siblings and apparently needed a companion. We didn’t even know she was a Weegie until her first vet appointment. Surprise!! I have never seen so much fur on a cat! She is all the things this video talks about.
I adopted a wegie not knowing much about him or his age. He was an adult for sure because his size never changed. I was lucky enough to have him for 11 years .He was the sweetest 20 lb couch potato I ever had. He would watch tv with me while I rubbed his belly. He loved that so much he would roll over on the couch so I could. He never did any of the bad things you mentioned
I have a Norwegian Forest Cat (he’s my profile picture) and I find tumbleweeds of his fur everywhere! 😹 also he’s very clingy and gets so sad when we leave.
My family cat (norwegian forest/“housecat”) wasn’t clingy at all until she got older. Now at 16 she’s constantly looking for attention when she’s not sleeping.
My first thought was there's no cons. The most intelligent cat.. is not comparable with any other. Unique ❤❤❤
My Norwegian is nothing like this. She likes to hide in the basement and is very selective with her affection which makes it extra special when she is feeling affectionate 😊
Mine is exactly like that too! She's curious, smart, likes people but wants her independence.
I don't recognize my cat looking at this video
A lot of info I found from European breeders actually is the same as in this video. American websites write slightly different traits. It could be some different gene pool in the US compared to Scandinavian one.
Rest in Peace my dear PATCHES! 🐱 My precious fur baby! 💘 Let me ask my cat lovers out there: "Do you believe that you & your cat can communicate"? I mean have your OWN special language with each other? I DO. Miss you sweet baby! 😞
My cat is 20 years old and we certainly do have our own special language that is spoken everyday. R.I.P Patches😺💞
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Our Norwegian Forest Cat is named Hudson. We imported a small tree from a Norwegian forest for his exclusive use, authentic Norwegian wood, which he occasionally uses as a scratching post. Sometimes Hudson crawls off to sleep in the bath.
My kitty looks everything like a Wegi, accept the bridge of her nose is concave, like a Maine Coon. We adopted her from a shelter, so there no pedigree info. So, she might be a mix of the two breeds ? Nonetheless, she is a very smart, fun loving kitty, who enjoys hanging out with everyone. She is a big sweetheart and we love her so dearly !
Yup, she could be a mix. Thanks for sharing your story ❤️
The sweetest, doggiest, smartest cat I havd ever had. She is a stray so she's outdoors part time and loves to hunt!❤
All of what you said is spot on. I’ve had cats all my life, and until Puss Puss came into my life I’d not known of Wegies. I can honestly say that they are truly wonderful and fabulous company. Puss Puss is not my pet, she is my best friend. The both of us live together in a remote part of New Zealand, where she has her own forest to enjoy. As for the two of us going for walks, yes often. One of her most endearing habits, is for her to come racing up from behind, then hurtle up a tree. Her rapid approach, always sounds like a small horse 😂. I’ve never been happier, moreover that I’ll never be able to replace her. Ohh and lastly, I need to brush her at least three times a day, but that’s not a chore as it is one of her favourite things and It’s the least I can do for her ♥️
Mine insists that I pet with both hands. He loves to kiss my forhead
This is all true. And if you don't have enough parties at your house, they will cruise the neighborhood for parties to hang out at!
😅😅
I love my rescue Wegie Snickers 😺 he's in love with his Egyptian Mau ❤
I live in a cold wetlands, I have a Birman right now, but he is 17. I am really considering taking in a Norwegian forest cat next. They would hsve 60 acres to explore.
Added: I work at home on the farm all day, so I can spend 12h a day with it at least.
they absolutely love the outdoors and roaming on their own. Back when I lived at my parents place we used to have Norwegian forest cats and they'd spend half the day outside in our yard or across in the nearby forest, socializing with other cats and simply just exploring. They're very curious and will play with pretty much anything they come across. They can also be very dosile and chill, the important part is just that they have room and time to let out their energy when they need to, then they will be calm and chill with you on a couch for hours.
And yea they don't mind the wet and cold too much, live in Denmark and our cats would frequently jump in and out in rain and snow. Usually they'd prefer staying indoors during rainy weather but that was more just a comfort thing than actively taking a dislike to water in general.
Also their large furry tails help dust off furniture as they walk around :D
I think it would be very happy to live with you then :)
Do it I've had 2. best cats ever. They are hard to find. Lots of main coons but not a lot of Norwegian Forest cats
I'm going to get my first ever cat next month and I can't wait!
I have two wegies and there is nothing bad about them. They are wonderful cats!
I have one and he is so playful and sweet
Great video! It was hard to find accurate info online, but your video is one of the few that has done the right research.
Regarding the large house, I think these cats will eventually get bored with anything. They need a lot of social interactions, so if you spend time with them it shouldn't be a problem. But still think about how to catify your home and definitely take them for walks!
Glad you liked it :)
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My Wegi is 3 legged, missing a rear foot, unknown origin as she is a rescue. Very affectionate towards me, but runs from everyone else.
She loves the outdoors rain, shine, wind or snow. Loves playing outside, she comes when called from under sheds, on porches, curled up on a deck chair, she appears happy and secure with the care I give her, and is a nibler all day long. She resembles the cat in the picture. I feel lucky to have found her.
My gf and i have a half Norwegian forest and half maine coon and hes most of these things but hes pretty good when we are not around and isn't really destructive
My roommate brought home a small Weegie kitten after he almost accidentally ran over it as it was lying in the road starving and cold. He nursed it back to health and we made predictions on the breed. I had told him it looks like a Norwegian Forest Cat based on the fact other friends of mine have had them in the past. He thought it was a Maine Coon. Lo and behold, it was a Weegie. Definitely an affectionate cat, but he can be quite the troublemaker. I know my cat isn't always a big fan of him since she's an older cat and she doesn't want to play with him, but all 25 pounds of him really enjoys playing. I definitely wouldn't recommend a Weegie for someone who wants a lower maintenance cat. You have to either keep them occupied or keep an eye on them. Otherwise though, they do make great companions.
When my Wegi got up there in years I worried about him being outdoors due to local predator animals. I started keeping him inside, he then seemed to get depressed and his health began declining rapidly. He passed away at the ripe age of 23. Wegis MUST have outdoor time if their indoor space is not large and stimulating with space for exercise and climbing. Which would be nearly impossible for the average person.
@@gucci-sq1cw he was a great kitty. He died from a urinary tract infection that wasn’t diagnosed until it was too late. He was still quite active, hunted regularly, and had a great appetite before he got ill. I bet, had things been handled differently, he would’ve lived for several more years. Hands down the best cat I’ve ever had for many reasons. I had my first mouse ever after he passed away.
My family’s Norwegian forest cat hates the snow and becomes absolutely crazy during the winter months when she stays inside.
@@Emil-sh6sq really??? Oh lord haha. I can relate. 😊
Mine stays inside and she is happy with that
00:15 i love a side cat
00:27 i need a cat that is intelligent and knows tricks
00:37 i love a waterproof cat
00:51 i have no other pets
1:06 i love big cats
1:16 i love playful cats
1:28 Good
1:41 I need a cat that loves to play outside
I have one of these. Best cat ever.
I rescued my Lucifurr and she turned into my therapy pet. One of the best companions I have ever had. Even now as I type this she is snuggled up in 'sphinx mode', and glaring at the door in case someone disturbs snuggle time.
My NFC came across me. He moved in of his own free will from a neighbour having been introduced to me by that neighbor's other cat, a Seal Point Ragdoll. The neighbour was cool with it.
I found mine on the side of a highway and she’s the craziest cat I’ve ever had 😂
My adopted Norwegian on his very first day confidently jumped in the bath with my toddler then sat with him in his little play tent then slept on his bed. I had tried to keep him in the bathroom to gradually introduced to the house and kids but he wasn’t interested he got out and simply cruised around the house with us and has never left our side. He loves the kids and they’re very gentle with him but he is totally unfazed by their playing and running around.
2:34 Actually you dont really need a large home, as long as you have a nice outdoor place, especially a forest, they really love the outdoors, and should never be an insIde cat. I'm Norwegian and I have almost only ever encounted a foest cat in the forest, I thinks that's where they get their name from, they just love it sm!
Not true at all my mine is and she is a inside cat
I’ve always had Norwegians. (Indeed, they are quite popular in Europe. I live in🇮🇪) As to the grooming issue, I’ve found that tawny cats are much more problematic than black and white or gray and white. Love them all!!!
Mine loves to eat the dracaena plant, chews it like chicken. But they're mildly toxic, and I love the trees too. Now all the trees are isolated from him, and he would look at the trees from afar wistfully.
very informativ
Mi e would love to go out and knock on the door to come in. So beautiful and smart
The need to living in large houses really depends. My boyfriend has a Norwegian hybrid who lives with him in a one bedroom flat and she's content. Of course she spends most of her time outside anyways.
Mine is the same except being outside she stays inside
I brush my norweigan twice a day, mostly just because it's literally her favorite activity.
Mine was a rescue. Typically $900 from a breeder, we adopted him as a senior (10 yr old) from the humane society for $80.
We got a cat from the local Shelter a few months ago. They called him a mixed breed (he was a stray when he was found), but I'm thinking he is a large part a Norwegian Forest Cat. He is mostly white with some small black spots on his back and the top of his head, and his tail is mostly black with a white tip. I found a picture on Google of a black and white Norwegian Forest Cat that looks nearly identical to him. He is a big cat, with big paws, really fluffy (but his fur is really silky and soft). The temperament fits him perfectly too. I'm thinking of getting a DNA test for him to see what breed/s he is.
Same here! Just adopted my little baby Missy ( they didn’t know her age or breed) - I am positive she’s a mature kitten. Or just a young cat but she’s black + white so when I look up tuxedo Norwegian forest cat , that’s her! Everything is to the T. Her fur is super silky and I’m aware these breeds take 5 years to grow fully… so i think she’s going to get much bigger and longer coat of fur. Right now she’s going nuts playing lol tryna manipulate my little pitty into playing with her. She’s already so loved. She’s awesome
Same here, my cat looks identical the one shown in this video at 1:22, with an even longer coat, and when i got her from the shelder they said it’s mixed breed
I adopted a shelter small black and little tan on belly cat six weeks old. He grew and grew into a big long haired Norwegian cat I think . The vet said he was 8O Norwegian. He was very friendly and affectionate all his life . He lived 17 years and was so much loved by me and everyone who met him . He got lost for 12,days but finally found his way hope . Rhysee was my best friend I still miss him so much 🙏🏼❤️🩹💙
I own a 3 month old norwegian, and I have to say in this case he was very lucky to have been adopted on to a home with 2 other cats, because this cat absolutely craves companionship.
When we brought him home we didn't introduce him to our other cats right away because we were afraid how they might react, so we wanted to let him explore the environment, well that backfired as he got depressed and wouldn't eat or get out of his bed.
It wasn't until we let him openly be with our other cats that he perked up and started eating and playing.
Can't help but wondering what would've happended if he had gone to a house with no cats...
I have a Norwegian Forest Cat and maybe 10% of your description applies.
My cat has all the traits of a NFC but is tiny. 3.5 Ibs. Could she be a different breed or a mix?
Mine is nothing like this 😭 especially with the always being by your side and the water 😂 I would grab her and pet her and all she would do is run away! And once she hears the fabreese she runs, or when I have wet hands and pet her.
It's been almost a hundred degrees F here almost every day this past month, but the $300 light bill has kept things bearable indoors.
I'm thinking about bringing a weegie or two in as buddies for my Norwegian Elkhound. That would have potential to make my home a disorderly house.
Mine is usually the lazy guy in the family of pets( because he’s a senior) but tonight he’s been zipping all over the place! (Maybe it’s cuz he knows I’m watching this video!😂)
Oh and my little buddy’s name is Stimpy, he has no teeth or claws. (He’s a rescue)And his favorite toy is q-tips!😊
I have a polydactyly Norwegian forest cat and it looks like he’s always on crack😂
My Norwegian cat is mostly outside, so according to my experience I wouldn’t say you need to have a big house, He’s outside all year and sheds during the summer. The rest in this video is probably true, though.
Are they as soft as they look? So adorable!❤❤❤
Yes! Softest cat I've ever had.
Fur like silk and it gets everywhere 😺
@@jadeandpearl-norwegianfore6911 Exactly, so fine it floats in the air instead of falling to the ground!
@@ronframe387 ha ha ha 😹 it’s true! I watch it suck out our doors when I flush our place with breeze. But worth every fluffy hair on everything as we know 😺
They are vey very soft, but I think the Maine coon is softer tbh, depending. I have a Maine coon and a Norwegian Forest cat. My Coon is like silk, he is no doubt the softest cat I have ever owned. Meanwhile the Norwegian Forest cats I have had are more like cotton and they have course hairs that go down their back, starting halfway and down to their tail. Mine is completely white and has a thick undercoat so he looks and feels like a giant 10 kg cotton ball.
Mines passed away on the 23rd this month due too a blood bloodclot in the heart he was 15 years old :(
"Without being demanding" uhh I'll argue that 🤣
I would also add that an appartment (big) works very well and can be alone pet + indoor cat, just respect its needs/playtime and it will be fine! They are the smartest cat, mine has learned some tricks and learned to respect when a Human sleeps/lays down (doesnt make a sound, doesnt bother you, tries to sleep aswell) & incredibly active/energetic the entire time they are AWAKE and you are on your FEET, cat will follow you around the house 24-7 if he/she is a lone indoor cat and isnt tired. I would also say not to worry much about food when it comes to Males, they are HUGE (Males can go up to like 25+ lbs, mine is 28 lbs) and ENERGETIC, just give it the best food, i leave dryfood bowl always filled (NFC "Royal Canin"), he learned his diet, when/how much to eat by himself with time & give him wet food once a day, he is in super health, no fat.... burnes calories like a mad man.... I have a huge balcony that i netted, a custom cat tree i built from a real tree/with branches both inside and out in the balcony for it to climb & chill.... and have made some shelves along the walls for it to climb even more / use the space, never bored! He sleeps with me always.
It is such a strange thing with these cats, when you say they are not pushy that is meant really literally. I have had three and the one I have now will be in the same room as me, always. In fact he hates when I go to the kitchen to cook and will tell me so, loudly, because he doesn't feel like he fits in there (it is long and narrow). He is never on me or even next to me necessarily, just in the same room, on the char or the floor and if I move to another room he goes there, rarely next to me, just close by. I can pick him up and place him next to me and he will stay there for maybe up to an hour and then he will migrate back to a space in the room nearby.
I was given my roscoe he is my Norwegian forest cat
Pros: it's peaceful and loving for a cat
Cons: But... it's still a cat
Wait a minute, the cat hanging out next to a dog I have a Norwegian forest cat and he likes hanging out with my dog and it looks just like the dog in the picture
You should do a video on getting a shelter cat 🐈 😻
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02:03 kitty was being naughty…
My Norwegian forest cat has crippling anxiety, and he hides whenever I sneeze
I've owned several NFC's over 17 years and they have no negative points. The hereditary disease HCM can occur in all cats, of all breeds, even ordinary house cats. NFC's are not hyper active (like Abessinians f.e.).The allergy negative applies to all cats, especially short haired cats. The NFC does not need a big house, he needs a big cat tree. The only thing to take into account is that it is not good for the NFC to be the only pet - he will languish if there is not an animal friend in the house (other cat or dog). The Norwegian Forest Cat is the best breed in the world!!! Once you get acquainted to them, you will be hooked for life!
Not true on the house part mine is happy with the space and she doesn't get along with any other animals
My Norwegian is a mixed breed of some kind which means she's only a NFC in looks. She's:
- Clingy/Demanding
- Not very smart
- Very lazy
- And afraid of the outdoors/strangers/other animals
So, her personality isn't really there, but I know she is one because of her appearance, what with the long, fluffy coat, and specific face of a Norwegian Forest Cat. We adopted her from a shelter as a kitten here in the US, so I'm guessing her mother was a stray.
You don’t need a cat brah.
I love my cat and its very lazy
Mine tore the shit out of my kitchen chairs. Yeah, problematic if they get bored. Love him though.
My Norwegian was a stray and I had no idea she was Norwegian.
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Can you do calabby 101 cuz my cat is a calabby
May I ask what is a Calabby?
@@XxShellyW13xX calico tabby
@@Tulin___ that's what I thought. My white calico's sister was a Calabby, but a broken calico tabby, she only had those markings on the top of her head, kind of like a little hat, a heart shaped mark on her side, and her tail. The rest of her was all white. Oh, and she had little markings on her toe beans. R.I.P PRECIOUS. 😔🐈🐈⬛🐱💔
@@Tulin___ isn’t that just a regular cat then?
Yes
I have an old one and she bops(slaps) the other cats
I have to keep my shower door closed my cat will not stop getting in the shower with me
Is that a problem? I mean, he probably doesn't have a camera. My orange tabby used to shower with me all the time and I just thought it was the cat's problem.
I have owned only NFC's my entire life (so has my relatives, family) & must say through my experience that MALE's were generally better than FEMALES especially when castrated.... they become so incredibly relaxed, instinctfully more social, affectionate, patient towards strangers/children and will rarely hiss (never ever heard my Male hiss in my life) or try bite / throw paw at other humans (unless you force it by way of playing with it with your bare hands)..... ALL Females ive found to be much more afraid, careful & agressive, hissing (and biting / throwing paws), they are more moody/unpredictable/emotional, some more some less....
Im trying to find a good Norwegian Forest cat breeder I mean GOOD...vaccines deworming microchips health testing testing for breed related disease pedigreed ancestry contracts everything
My dad is wanting a female Norwegian Forest cat as a travel companion/ESA as he lives out on the road and travels often.
He's worked with animals for many years, horses, dogs, cats and used to be a big contributor to the hedgehog rescue community as well
He's fully prepared to invest time and resources into this, she will be a lifelong companion for him
Location does not matter as long as it's within the 48 contiguous states
I found mine under a shed haha. She's amazing. She was very sick when I found her, took a few vet visits, but shes very healthy now.
Fourth ❤️
Naah mine dont like ppl, hate being picked up, always by himself and never wants to be touched
how dare you, there are no bad things about wegies.
cats have no cons, bite me
This isn’t accurate
I THINK my kitten is a Wegie... I'm still not totally sure yet!