Naturally playful and curious, the
Burmese
cat is attentive with children.
In addition, he likes being offered games or any other activity that arouses his interest.
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His origins
The
Burmese
has
Asian origins.
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Like the Korat, the
Burmese
has
Asian origins
, specifically from Thailand and Myanmar (or Burma).
The first specimen, named Wong Mau, was brought back to the United States in 1930.
This breed includes 2 distinct varieties:
English Burmese
American Burmese
According to the Official Book of Feline Origins (LOOF), it was a doctor stationed in Bangkok, Major Thomson, who, with the help of breeder friends, made several crosses with other cats from Thailand, including Siamese, to arrive at his 2 varieties of cats.
The color of their coats helps distinguish American and English Burmese.
Indeed, the English Burmese stands out with its abundance of colors.
The Burmese may possibly have common ancestry with the Sacred Birman, but the two species are quite distinct.
His character
The Burmese maintains a close relationship with its master and those close to it.
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In the past, the Burmese was considered a reckless
cat
in its behavior.
Since then, he has nevertheless distinguished himself by his sociability and the close relationship he maintains with his master and those close to him.
He can be playful as well as very affectionate.
He adapts easily to new arrivals in his home, such as a child or another pet.
Curious and clever, he has a natural penchant for exploration.
Note that the Burmese is a cat that meows in rare circumstances, with the exception of the mating season.
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His physic
The Burmese is a medium sized cat.
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The Burmese is a medium- sized
cat
, its weight is between 3 and 6 kg, for a height at the withers which does not exceed 30 cm.
As for his body, he is muscular, highlighted by a powerful chest.
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The roundness of his eyes (from yellow to amber) and of his cheeks, and more generally of his head, give him an expression full of sweetness and kindness.
His hair is short to medium length.
There are many colors in the Burmese:
sable: warm brown or dark hazelnut
black (or seal)
blue: bluish gray
chocolate
lilac: pinkish light gray
red (or red)
cream
tortie (or tortoiseshell): red and black
His price
The
Burmese
can
cost
between 500 and 1,500 euros.
This significant price difference is explained by his family ties, as well as his country of origin (South-East Asia, United States or United Kingdom).
Its value is also due to the pricing of breeding.
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You need to count around thirty euros per month to meet the food and hygiene needs of your Burmese.
This includes the purchase of a litter box.
His health
The Burmese is a
healthy cat
, not prone to stress or anxiety.
This species can nevertheless present pathologies of its own.
For example, the craniofacial anomaly of the American Burmese or GM2 type gangliosidosis.
However, a genetic screening test can diagnose them.
Solutions also exist to distinguish certain muscular weaknesses, such as hypokalemic myopathy, or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
However, the Burmese is a cat that can live for around 14 years.
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.