The Burmese cat is yet another manmade American breed, developed by Dr. Joseph Thompson and others back in the 1930s. However, speculation claims that this breed has been around longer than many people believe. Naturally, there are also fables about the Burmese. One such tale says that the Burmese were temple cats, and each cat had its own student monk, whose responsibility it was to cater to their cat's every whim. Other tales claim that long before the Siamese, the Burmese were the traditional pets of nobility and royalty.
Burmese cats are definitely royalty when it comes to who's who in the family make-up. Their golden yellow eyes, which are large, expressive, and deep pools of innocence, are only one of the endearing qualities the Burmese uses to quickly hypnotize their owners into being willing subjects of their rule. With coats that have a satiny texture and are basically short, they require little, but are sure to make you want to pet them constantly. They also are amazingly heavy for their size, often being described as "bricks wrapped in silk."
As kittens, Burmese cats seem rather clumsy whenever they attempt to do things that are beyond their capabilities, landing with solid little thumps on their rear ends. Playful well into adulthood, their intelligence emerges along with their very own personalities as they mature. Burmese cats, when encouraged, also will talk your head off with their soft, sweet voices. Excellent with children as well as your pet dog, they even love to travel as long as you get them used to it from an early age.
Burmese are yet another breed of cat that can be quite dog-like in their affection towards their owners. They will follow you all over the house; in, out, and throughout whatever you happen to be doing in order to grab some extra affection and a passing pat or two. They have even learned how to play fetch. If you are the type of person who loves a cat that will set in your lap and snooze, wants to be constantly petted, and will cuddle up with you under the covers in bed, then you definitely want to own a Burmese.
So remember, if you are looking for a beautiful four-legged companion to rule the roost at your house, the Burmese is just the ticket. They love to help manage the house and enjoy assisting with pleasurable pastimes as well. Any time you want to read a book or the newspaper, your Burmese will happily sit on it for you, and while this may hold it down for you rather nicely, you may have a little difficulty seeing all of the words. Females love taking center stage and will maintain an active role in all that you do, while the males are more passive, preferring to supervise from a nice, warm lap.
Burmese cats originated in Thailand, Malaya, and Burma. They are believed to be descendants of a breed of cats that lived in Thai temples, called Thong Daeng. Poems portray these cats as heroic protectors of their homes. They came to the West in the 1930s, beginning with a cat called Wong Mau, brought by a sailor to Dr. Joseph Thompson of San Francisco. This cat was the ancestor of the modern Burmese breed.
The Burmese cat has a heavy boned, muscular and medium sized body. The head is round set on a long neck, and the muzzle is short. They have golden large eyes that are set wide apart in their heads. The Burmese has long and slim legs and oval shaped paws. This breed has a shiny coat of short hairs. A well kept Burmese can live up to 18 years and over. The average litter size of a Burmese is between 1 and 8. Burmese comes in many colors, including sable, brown, red, chocolate, cream, lilac, silver, blue, platinum, and tortie. Usually you find the lighter fur on its belly and underside of the Burmese.
The personality of a Burmese cat is very much like that of a dog. Very often they behave more like dogs than cats and enjoy playing fletch. Your Burmese cat is an extrovert who is very vocal, energetic, acrobatic, and intelligent and people orientated. They love company whether human or animal company. It likes to be with its humans and loves to share your bed every night. It has a sweet nature and does not like to be left alone. Your Burmese cat rather sleeps on your lap to be near you.
The Burmese is suitable as a pet for either a single person or a family. They love playing with water and will play with a dripping tap for hours. They do get bored and lonely easily. It is essential to provide your cat with a companion to play with and some toys to keep it occupied. Burmese cats like to talk and will have long conversations with their owners.
Burmese cats are easy to care for, requiring little special attention. Regular bathing and brushing will keep your Burmese clean and shiny. If your cat goes outside, or is in contact with cats that have been outside, be sure to check for fleas and other parasites regularly. Make sure vet checkups are up to date, in case of health problems, although Burmese are generally fairly robust. They do, however, regularly suffer from a condition where skin or hair becomes attached to their cornea. This condition, called Corneal Dermoid, must be treated by surgery.
The Burmese sheds very little and only minimal effort is required for maintenance. Feed your pet premium cat food that is high in protein to maintain optimal health and a healthy coat. While Burmese cats do make great companions but they are not for everyone. When they do not get the attention they want they can be destructive and annoying. The female Burmese tends to be more vocal and demanding. If you can give your pet the love and attention the Burmese cat will make a wonderful companion.
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