Vanya grew into a stunning example of the breed. He was curious about everything and had to be a part of the family and "help" anywhere he could. The breed is highly intelligent, very people oriented, has a large vocabulary of unusual trills and calls, is very playful and inquisitive. They are a relatively large cat with a sturdy frame, few health problems, somewhat similar to a Maine Coon. While yet to be scientifically proven, the breed is said to be hypoallergenic. Vanya lived to be 14 years old when we lost him.

Vanya at 2 years

After losing Vanya we just had to have another Siberian. Elizabeth was no longer breeding, so this time I decided to import my own Siberian from Russia. I was referred to Elena Gorininova of Rossity Cattery near Moscow.  In May of 2007 we imported Rossity Eliseus, whom we call Boris, at 4 months of age.

Boris at 7 weeks .... who could resist???

Boris is an unusual tarnished silver mackerel tabby. He handled the long trip from Moscow to Los Angeles amazingly well and quickly took over the house and the kennel. In the pictures of Boris playing with Keeshond puppy Ruby, it is difficult to tell who is who. Boris seems to think all the dogs are just for him and is quite willing to let them terrorize him.

Boris is slightly more talkative than Vanya was, and as he matures he seems to be acquiring all the same unusual trills. He is very like Vanya in terms of his outgoing attitude, playfulness and curiosity.  My veterinarian fell in love with Boris at first sight, recognizing the special qualities that make a Siberian a Siberian. He kept after me to consider breeding a litter. After much thought I agreed it might be fun to raise a litter of Siberian kittens, but ..... Boris was already neutered.

After some searching I settled on a pretty little Siberian female from Daniel Dagle's Svetdanhaus cattery in Baton Rouge, Louisianna. Her name is Natasha. I had made arrangements to have her bred to a Svetdanhaus stud (Klem Kadiddletiger) prior to shipping her to me. Natasha arrived in early November and quickly established herself as The Boss. Boris is thrilled with his new friend.

Natasha

So, now we embark on a new adventure for us, our first litter of Siberian kittens arrived on Christmas Eve morning ... our Christmas present!

Siberian kittens are not always readily available and, as of 1/9/2008 three of the five are spoken for.  If you think you might be interested in being owned by one of these wonderful cats, call now to reserve your kitten or to learn more about this wonderful breed.

Krasivaya, our TICA-registered cattery name, is the Russian word for "beautiful" which aptly describes this wonderful breed.

**** News Flash **** 5 New Babies arrived on Christmas Eve morning - 4 boys and 1 girl - see pictures as they grow by clicking the below links

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1 Week Old

2 Weeks Old

3 Weeks Old

5 Weeks Old

5 1/2 Weeks Old

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