The Journal

Knowledge from eighteen years with the breed.

Every article on this journal is written personally by Sarah Thompson, founder of Azurine Cattery and a TICA-registered Russian Blue breeder since 2007.

Breeder Experience · Featured

What I've Learned After Raising 200+ Russian Blue Kittens

Eighteen years, four generations of queens, and more than two hundred kittens later — here is what the breed has taught me about temperament, health, and what 'a good home' actually means.

Sarah Thompson

Founder · 18+ yrs with Russian Blues

June 4, 2026·12 min read

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Breeder Insights

How We Select Breeding Pairs: A 12-Step Process

Sarah Thompson·May 28, 2026·9 min read

Breeder Insights

Our Russian Blue Socialization Protocol (Week-by-Week)

Sarah Thompson·May 14, 2026·8 min read

Breeder Experience

Inside a Typical Day at Azurine Cattery

Sarah Thompson·April 30, 2026·7 min read

Health

HCM Screening: What Every Russian Blue Owner Should Know

Sarah Thompson·April 12, 2026·10 min read

Nutrition

Nutrition Standards for a Plush, Healthy Coat

Sarah Thompson·March 28, 2026·6 min read

New Owner

Preparing Your Home for a New Russian Blue Kitten

Sarah Thompson·March 10, 2026·7 min read

About the Author

Sarah Thompson

Founder and head breeder of Azurine Russian Blue Cattery (est. 2007). M.Sc. Animal Welfare Science, University of Edinburgh. Former Registered Veterinary Technician. Sitting member, TICA Russian Blue Breed Council. Has personally raised 200+ Russian Blue kittens across 17 years.

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