Long considered a lucky charm, according to the Official Book of Feline Origins (LOOF), the
Korat
is a very old breed of cat.
Sweet and of a homebody temperament, the Korat supports life in an apartment as well as in a house.
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His origins
The Korat is a cat from Thailand.
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The Korat, also called Si-Sawat in Thai, is a
cat native to Thailand
and takes its name from the ancient province of Korat.
A symbol of abundance, happiness and wealth, tradition has it that a couple of cats are offered to newlyweds in order to bring luck to their union.
Its origins are believed to date back to the 19th century.
Indeed, one of the first specimens would have been discovered by King Rama V. However, it was not until the second half of the 20th century that the Korat was bred abroad.
First in the United States, then in Europe.
His character
The Korat is a reserved cat.
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The Korat is a
reserved cat
, whose character adapts perfectly to calm people and low-noise environments.
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Persevering and quick-witted, he likes rest sessions as much as he shows himself capable of playing with his master.
However, it requires time to adapt to become familiar with a stranger or a new pet.
The Korat is also a cat known for its faithfulness and loyalty, as well as its independent temperament.
His physic
The coat of the Korat has silvery blue highlights.
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The Korat is a cat with a
muscular and supple silhouette.
He does not need intense physical exercises, because he eats without gluttony.
It usually weighs between 2 and 4.5 kg.
This cat is characterized by its well-set and straight ears, its powerful jaw with rounded contours, its well-defined features, and its heart-shaped head.
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The coat of the Korat is uniform and it sheds little hair.
Its short or semi-long hair has silvery blue reflections, without any variation.
With its blue coat and very bright green eyes, the Korat is often confused with the Russian cat.
But unlike this race, it has relatively large eyes compared to the proportions of its head.
His price
Considered a
rare and particularly sought-after cat
, the Korat costs between 1,300 and 1,500 euros with an entry in the Official Book of Feline Origins (or LOOF).
This price also varies according to the pedigree of the animal and the breeding itself.
Standard veterinary care and feeding the Korat requires a monthly budget of around 30 euros.
Of medium size, this cat has a moderate appetite.
Add ten euros for the purchase of quality litter.
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His
health
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The Korat is generally an
iron-healthy cat
.
However, he may have respiratory problems if he lives in a humid or cold environment.
It is also known to be susceptible to gangliosidosis, a genetic disease that can be detected from the first months of the animal.
The more advanced forms can cause tremors or loss of mobility.
If the Korat has no predisposition to these pathologies, it can live up to 20 or even 25 years.
This is one of the longest life expectancies for a domestic cat.
Adopting an animal commits you, it is a decision that you will have to think carefully about. Do not hesitate to contact your veterinarian or the shelter closest to you before starting. They will be able to give you their advice on the breed of cat that will suit you best.
