Greetings from Yve and the Forestdancer Norwegian Forest cats and Kittens.
Norwegian Forest Cats, also known as Skogkatt or Wegies, are a naturally occurring breed in Scandinavia. Over the centuries, they have developed insulating, waterproof coats, “snowshoes” to protect their feet and are superbly adapted to withstand harsh surroundings. Despite their “wild” look, they have proved very adaptable to life in homes throughout the world, showing themselves to be friendly and undemanding companions.
Forest Cats are mentioned in mythology - two large white Wegies were supposed to draw Freya’s chariot. They are also called Huldrekatt and Troll cats, as they had the reputation of being able to scare away Trolls. The Vikings were reputed to take their Skogkatten on their journeys, to protect the grain they carried from rats and mice, as they did at the homestead.
Wegies are very popular because of their endearing character and robust physique, as well as their handsome good looks. Unlike many other breeds, the Norwegian Forest cat has scarcely changed its looks over the years and this particularly attracted me to the breed. My first two cats were both silver tabbies with white and this colour is still my favourite, although I breed kittens in other colours as well – we had our first red/silver tortie tabby last year and this year we have several torties and our first black smoke.
My cats live in the home with permanent access to an enclosed garden, and this is the sort of home I prefer for my kittens. Unlike some breeds, these do love company so should not be left alone for long periods.
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