Welcome to StrangrFjörðr Norwegian Forest Cats

Name: Strangfjordr Cats
Address: GB

About Us

We are Elizabeth & Richard, breeders of Norwegian Forest Cats since 2017.
Our home and Cattery is situated in Northern Ireland, on the Ards Peninsula, Co Down. We have views across beautiful countryside to the Irish Sea on one side, and Strangford Lough and the Mourne mountains on the other.
Strangford Lough (from old Norse, StrangrFjӧrðr) is a strong sea inlet. The largest in Ireland, the lough is almost fully enclosed by the Ards Peninsula, with only a narrow channel linking the lough to the Irish Sea. The main body of the lough has at least seventy islands along with many islets, bays, coves, headlands and mudflats. It is part of the Strangford and Lecale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while the lough was designated Northern Irelands first Marine Conservation Zone 2013. (Wikipedia)
The Vikings were active in the area during the middle ages and hence the name for my Cattery of Viking Cats.
We bought this 200 year old “Crooked cottage” specifically for the Cattery and whilst some of the Cats have heated chalets and large enclosures outside, our cats and kittens are raised in the homely cottage.
We are listed with the Norwegian Forest Club and register all our cats and kittens with GCCF, some also with GCCFI.
For further details, please reach out to us/me
~ Elizabeth ~

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"The Norwegian Forest Cat is a large, heavy boned, yet elegant semi-longhaired cat. The most important features being type and coat quality. Originating in harsh natural conditions, the breed became an outdoor working cat on Norwegian farms. The appearance of the Norwegian Forest Cat should reflect this natural heritage.

The Norwegian Forest Cat matures slowly, with full development of the cat and its coat taking up to four years. A distinctive double coat is required".

GCCF – Norwegian Forest Cat Profile

"Referred to as the “Skogkatt”, the Norwegian Forest Cat has been included in Viking legend and mythology. With a wild and rugged look, these stunning cats are not just pleasing to the eye but they are a delight to have around too."

~ GCCF ~

"The Norwegian Forest Cat’s body is large, muscular and substantial. Its strength and agility make it a natural hunter able to climb any surface. The water-resistant coat with a dense undercoat developed to help the cat survive in the harsh Scandinavian climate. During the cooler months, the ruff is full and the dense woolly undercoat thickens to protect the cat from the cold. In the summer, the coat will be shorter although it will still have a water repellent texture. The tail is long, full and flowing. The Norwegian Forest Cat’s head is the shape of an equilateral triangle, the profile of the nose long and straight. Eyes are large, almond-shaped, set at an oblique angle and very expressive. Ears are large, wide at the base and arched forward."

~ GCCF ~

"Without a doubt, the expression of the Norwegian Forest Cat is striking and distinctive among pedigree cats. The equilateral triangle-shaped head contributes to the unique appearance of this breed. Viewed from the side, the Forest Cat has a straight profile i.e. straight from the brow ridge to the tip of the nose. Heavily furnished ears that fit into the triangle finish the look."

~ GCCF ~