Pets are not new to social media and often, they are as famous as real-life people. If not more… and we are not mad about it. The mesmerizing emerald cat eyes to get lost in is what made this feline duo real Instagram influencers with a following of 122k.
If the eyes are the mirror of the soul, here are two of the most beautiful souls you‘ve ever seen. Two so-called “American Type” Russian Blue Cats, Xafi and Auri, charm with their silky silver fur, beautiful eyes in the shade of emerald, mysterious smile, and distinctive personalities.
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Even though Xafi, born in April of 2016, is a year older than Auri, the sisters by blood look like twins as they have grown to the same size. But while fans are confused, the beautiful cats’ paw-rents, UK-based Annaken and Tim, have their tricks to tell the grey cats apart. “Auri has a rounder face, wider ears, and slightly darker fur. Xafi has a more angular face with slightly taller ears. Their “Meow” is also distinctly different as is the way they both move and act. Auri also looks a lot more muscular and toned even though they are exactly the same weight: 3.5kg,” the couple notes.
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Despite the adorable cats’ similar appearance, their personalities couldn’t be more different – Xafi is more affectionate and snuggly compared to the cheeky and mischievous Auri who has earned the nickname “Klepto-Cat” for stealing everything in her sight. “Xafi is human-oriented where Auri is independent. Auri is athletic where Xafi is clumsy. Xafi is loudly demanding when wanting cuddles whereas Auri asks in a very gentle and quiet way to get a fuss. But both are just the most loving and sweet girls I’ve ever known,” Anneken explains.
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The different temperaments of the Insta-famous cats reflect on their modeling as well. While Xafi is a little camera shy, Auri enjoys the attention and has mastered some impressive poses. “It took me quite a while to develop the skills to photograph cats. Capturing photos of the two together is very challenging. We use treats and toys to try and get them to pose and look into the camera. I do less and less of those types of photos now – I prefer capturing them in their natural environment now just doing their cat-things,” cat mum Anneken told Bored Panda.
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In the summer of 2018, a Somali cat Errol joined a family all the way from Germany. And although Anneken and Tim debated whether getting a new fluffball was a good idea, he brought a new vibe to the household and fits perfectly in its dynamics. The playful Errol described as a “purring, meowing eating machine with endless energy and slobbery tendencies” on the cat’s personal blog, is a rising Instagram superstar as well with 114k stolen hearts in his pocket.
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Errol’s Instagram account is managed by cat-dad Tim, whereas the Russian Blue duo is cat-mom Anneken’s responsibility. Seems like there is a place for healthy competition? In fact, they have everything sorted out – Anneken is the main social media manager while Tim is the videographer. And as long as they have the same goal as described by Anneken, “capturing their unique personas through the lens,” they will keep warming the hearts of cat lovers around the world.
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Cat’s eyes at day time vs night time.
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Not to be a downer, but I can't trust everything I see on the internet. These pictures look digitally manipulated to me. I would love to see the cats in person and be proven wrong.
I have a cat and i’ve Always thought he might be a Russian
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My cat, the late great Petrushka, used to do that double arm drop pose, and it always cracked me up. This is the first time I’ve seen any other cat do it.
No question, all shots are fabulous, most look natural which I prefer, I have two adopted cats, I know how difficult it is to photograph, especially my black girl which I find a challenge, with so many photos, but continue for that special shot, the cats are so beautiful !!!
I adopted a gorgeous Russian Blue from the shelter a couple of years ago and I love her so much. Her name is Pickles. IMG_0821-5...fea181.jpg 
Yes, Bored Panda, these cats have tne most mesmerising eyes. Correct this time.
You should really check out https://www.facebook.com/Teenydina/ if you like Russian Blues and eyecolor, plus she is a fashion meowdel!
These cats are beautiful creatures. Not just because of their eyes which are truly striking, and look like the image that comes to mind when I hear ocean eyes by Billie Eilish, but because of how majestic and beautiful they are.
They are gorgeous and on my bucket list of cats along with the Havana brown and the ragdoll
What beautiful kitties! And they look so mischievous with a big personality, they'd be so much fun to play with. My two are like that, too. Sammy-Lucy...abda0d.jpg 
I hope they are really this beautiful because I am in love with them and would love to have a cat like this.
They are beauty, they are grace, they would never even think about punching a single soul in the face!
Their furs! Would love to cuddle and kiss and then had a tons of scratches in the face after.
Okay, I'm a cat person. I had a shelter cat that looked like these for eighteen years. Loved him dearly. Having said all that I can't see where these eyes are any more striking than most other cats. Sorry.
if you think kenneth`s story is impressive,, 2 weAks-Ago my sister's boyfriend Also got A cheque for $5532 sitting there thirteen hours A week from their ApArtment And their roomAte's mother-in-lAw`s neighbour hAs done this for 8-months And mAde over $5532 in their sp here.........................www.huge.cash61.com
So beautiful, and so elegance! Russian Blue is a hypoallergenic cat, if you are allergic to cats, this cat will fit for you.
There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic cat and there's no guarantee someone with cat allergy would be able to have this type of cat. From Wikipedia about russian blue: "Anecdotal evidence suggests that the Russian Blue may be better tolerated by individuals with mild to moderate allergies. There is speculation that the Russian Blue produces less glycoprotein Fel d 1, one source of cat allergies. The thicker coat may also trap more of the allergens closer to the cat's skin. Glycoprotein is one source of cat allergies, but this does not mean they are suitable to be homed with people allergic to cats as they will still cause the allergy to be affected, only to a lesser degree for short periods of time." Please don't spread lies like this as it would only cause lot's of heart break for people and sadly put lot's of cats in a shelter or worse.
Load More Replies... Not to be a downer, but I can't trust everything I see on the internet. These pictures look digitally manipulated to me. I would love to see the cats in person and be proven wrong.
I have a cat and i’ve Always thought he might be a Russian
Load More Replies... My cat, the late great Petrushka, used to do that double arm drop pose, and it always cracked me up. This is the first time I’ve seen any other cat do it.
No question, all shots are fabulous, most look natural which I prefer, I have two adopted cats, I know how difficult it is to photograph, especially my black girl which I find a challenge, with so many photos, but continue for that special shot, the cats are so beautiful !!!
I adopted a gorgeous Russian Blue from the shelter a couple of years ago and I love her so much. Her name is Pickles. IMG_0821-5...fea181.jpg
Yes, Bored Panda, these cats have tne most mesmerising eyes. Correct this time.
You should really check out https://www.facebook.com/Teenydina/ if you like Russian Blues and eyecolor, plus she is a fashion meowdel!
These cats are beautiful creatures. Not just because of their eyes which are truly striking, and look like the image that comes to mind when I hear ocean eyes by Billie Eilish, but because of how majestic and beautiful they are.
They are gorgeous and on my bucket list of cats along with the Havana brown and the ragdoll
What beautiful kitties! And they look so mischievous with a big personality, they'd be so much fun to play with. My two are like that, too. Sammy-Lucy...abda0d.jpg
I hope they are really this beautiful because I am in love with them and would love to have a cat like this.
They are beauty, they are grace, they would never even think about punching a single soul in the face!
Their furs! Would love to cuddle and kiss and then had a tons of scratches in the face after.
Okay, I'm a cat person. I had a shelter cat that looked like these for eighteen years. Loved him dearly. Having said all that I can't see where these eyes are any more striking than most other cats. Sorry.
if you think kenneth`s story is impressive,, 2 weAks-Ago my sister's boyfriend Also got A cheque for $5532 sitting there thirteen hours A week from their ApArtment And their roomAte's mother-in-lAw`s neighbour hAs done this for 8-months And mAde over $5532 in their sp here.........................www.huge.cash61.com
So beautiful, and so elegance! Russian Blue is a hypoallergenic cat, if you are allergic to cats, this cat will fit for you.
There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic cat and there's no guarantee someone with cat allergy would be able to have this type of cat. From Wikipedia about russian blue: "Anecdotal evidence suggests that the Russian Blue may be better tolerated by individuals with mild to moderate allergies. There is speculation that the Russian Blue produces less glycoprotein Fel d 1, one source of cat allergies. The thicker coat may also trap more of the allergens closer to the cat's skin. Glycoprotein is one source of cat allergies, but this does not mean they are suitable to be homed with people allergic to cats as they will still cause the allergy to be affected, only to a lesser degree for short periods of time." Please don't spread lies like this as it would only cause lot's of heart break for people and sadly put lot's of cats in a shelter or worse.
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