What is the healthy weight for a Russian Blue cat?

Between 3 kg and 5.5 kg (6.6–12.1 lb) for adults, with females typically lighter and males heavier. Body condition score is a better measure than weight alone, since frame size varies between individuals.

How can I tell if my Russian Blue is overweight if its coat hides the shape?

Hands-on rib palpation is the most reliable method. You should be able to feel individual ribs with light finger pressure. If you need firm pressure to detect them, or if the ribcage feels uniformly padded, the cat is likely overweight. Monthly weight checks at home can also help detect gradual gain.

My Russian Blue looks slim — can it still be overweight?

Yes. The breed's dense double coat can disguise excess body fat. Many Russian Blues that appear slim in profile are carrying more weight than is ideal when assessed by rib palpation or weighed on a scale. Always combine visual assessment with hands-on evaluation.

Russian Blue Ideal Weight Guide | PetCalculator

Russian Blues carry an elegant, lean silhouette that can make it harder to spot early weight gain. This guide covers the ideal weight range, how to body-condition score this breed's distinctive build, and how to tell when a Russian Blue is becoming overweight.