term Neva Masquerade is derived from Neva, for the river in St. Petersburg, where they are said to have originated.

Breed registration

During the introduction of the Siberian cat to Western European countries and the US in the late 1980s to early 2000s, the traditional coloured Siberians and colourpointed Neva Masquerade cats were both presented. The Siberian breed was recognised in 2006 by all major cat fanciers;

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