Norse mythology tells that two great cats called Bygul (golden bee) and Trjegul (golden amber tree) pulled the chariot of the powerful and beautiful goddess Freya. It is said that the cats were so huge and strong that not even Thor, the god of thunder, was able to lift them off the ground. These cats that transported the blonde goddess from one place to another at high speed through the sky were of the Norwegian forest race.
With his feet on the ground and with his eyes set on more mundane aspects, we tell you that this large cat (it can reach 9 kilos in weight , including females) and the appearance of a lynx is not afraid of water, in fact It is an excellent fisherman who manages to hunt its prey thanks to its great agility and speed, wide inward curved claws and a waterproof coat that shields it from the liquid element. On land, the Norwegian forest is ruthless with prey such as cockroaches, lizards, mice and small birds.
Just because it has a pronounced hunting instinct does not mean that the Norwegian forest is not friendly to people, not at all. With the humans he meets, he is sociable, very playful (also as an adult) and may even meet at the door when someone from the house comes home. With strangers he is shy and can shy away from contact.
This kitten does not require great care, basically regular brushing to keep its lush coat without knots and the administration of malt to prevent hairballs from forming in its stomach. Although he enjoys nature (climbing trees, hunting animals, getting into the water …), if he has to live indoors, he will do so willingly and in fact he will be very happy. It is a very adaptable cat that will appreciate a few moments of play with its human.
Would you like to know more about this particular breed of cat? We tell you all about the Norwegian forest, the cat from Scandinavian fairy tales and faithful companions of the great goddess Freya.
