Weight
Siberian weight chart
Thick-coated Russian forest cat, hypoallergenic for many, with dog-like loyalty.
Affectionate, playful, hypoallergenic claims.
Adult reference weight is 10 to 20 lb. The breed record lists 12 to 18 years.
Breed record origin is Russia.
The breed record marks Siberian as a fit for a first-time owner.
How much does a Siberian weigh?
| Age | Female | Male |
|---|---|---|
| 8 weeks | 2.2 lb1.7 to 2.8 | 2.4 lb1.9 to 3 |
| 12 weeks | 3.1 lb2.5 to 3.8 | 3.5 lb2.9 to 4.2 |
| 24 weeks | 6.6 lb5.3 to 8.2 | 7.7 lb6.2 to 9.5 |
| 1 year | 9.5 lb7.5 to 11.7 | 12.1 lb9.5 to 15 |
| 18 months | 10.6 lb8.4 to 12.8 | 13.9 lb11 to 17.2 |
| 3 years | 11.9 lb9.5 to 14.3 | 16.1 lb13 to 19.8 |
| 4 years | 12.4 lb9.9 to 15 | 17.2 lb13.9 to 20.9 |
Breed weight ranges are a reference, not a diagnosis. Ask a vet before you treat a number as a problem.
Siberians mature at 3-5 years. Large males common.
The curve comes from CFA Siberian breed standard + APOP ideal weight ranges.
Food
High-protein food for a large, athletic cat.
Home
Space to climb. Heavy coat hates heat; keep rooms cool.
Company
Family cat. Often fine with dogs.
Coat
Daily brush in shed season. Triple coat.
What tends to stress them
- Heat
- Skipped grooming
Breed risks to mention to a vet
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
A breed risk is not a diagnosis for your cat.
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