Norwegian Forest Cat (FIFe #NFO)
Norwegian Forest Cat (EMS code: NFO) is an official FIFe-recognized feline breed in FIFe Category 1 (Persians and Exotics). Recognition status: definitive. Standard last modified in 2025.
| Breed Name | Norwegian Forest Cat (Norwegian Forest Cat) |
|---|---|
| Species | Feline (Felis catus) |
| Primary Registry | FIFe #NFO |
| Group / Category | FIFe Category 1 — FIFe Category I — Longhair & Exotic Cats |
| Recognition Status | definitive |
| Official Standard Date | 2025-01-01 |
| Primary Standard Document | Official FIFe Standard #NFO (PDF) ↗ |
| Measurement Units | Metric (kg / cm) · Imperial (lb / in) |
Norwegian Forest Cat — Standard & Care
Feline breed in FIFe Category 1 (Persians and Exotics). Coat grooming, indoor environmental enrichment, and nutrition follow FIFe welfare and breed standard guidelines.
Check FIFe breeding and registration rules and official EMS NFO standard documentation for mandatory genetic and veterinary health checks.
Multilingual Nomenclature — Norwegian Forest Cat
| Language | Official / Common Designation |
|---|---|
| English (EN) | Norwegian Forest Cat, EMS NFO |
| Español (ES) | Bosque de Noruega |
| Deutsch (DE) | Norwegische Waldkatze |
| Français (FR) | Chat des Forêts Norvégiennes, Norvégien |
| Português (PT-BR) | Gato-da-floresta-norueguesa |
FIFe Category I — Longhair & Exotic Cats
FAQ — Norwegian Forest Cat
What is the official FIFe standard number for Norwegian Forest Cat?
Norwegian Forest Cat (Norwegian Forest Cat) is registered under FIFe Standard #NFO in FIFe Category 1 (FIFe Category I — Longhair & Exotic Cats), with definitive recognition status.
Where can I verify an official Norwegian Forest Cat breeder or national club?
Use the Porodoteka National Kennel Clubs & Feline Federations Directory (/en/clubs/) to locate the recognized FIFe member organization in your country.
Reference materials do not replace an in-person veterinary consultation or official kennel club registration rules.