This article is from the Russian Blue Breed FAQ, by Eric Johnson JohnsonE@jupiter.dsu.edu with numerous contributions by others.
Some Russians seem to enjoy showing, and most Russians will tolerate
showing, especially if it is done on a regular basis starting when
they are kittens. However, because they tend to be a shy breed, many
Russian Blues are not eager to travel to peculiar-smelling show halls
and to be handled by strangers. Under the stress of a show, they can
become frightened and upset.
 
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