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Facts About Siamese Kittens For Sale

By Henry Meyer


Siamese cat stands as one of the first breeds of oriental cats to be distinctively recognized. It is a native of Thailand, which was formerly referred to as a Saim. Thus, the animal derives its name from its country of origin. This cat was among the first breeds of cats to become popular in North America and Europe during the twentieth century. This article will present general information about Siamese kittens for sale.

The introduction of this breed to the West occurred in the nineteenth century. The Crystal Palace Cat Show that happened in London was very instrumental in making the breed popular in Europe. During that time, many preferred it for a pet. The turn of the century saw the breed being become popular in the US. In 1878, a US diplomat in Thailand consulate sent it as a gift to President Hayes.

This animal is placed apart from other cats by specific physical characteristics. The eyes of a modern cat are almond-shaped. It has a triangular face with very large ears. The body is pointed and slender, but very muscular. The coat has long tapering lines and the hair is short and fine. There are four main traditional colors that Siamese comes in. These colors include blue, chocolate, seal, and lilac point.

The coat of this cat is usually pale on the body, but the extremities including ears, tails, feet, and faces have darker colors. Generally, the cat is highly social and outgoing. The company of human beings is very important in its development. It has been termed as playful, intelligent, and social by TICA. Kittens are typically playful, but adults also enjoy the fetch game a lot. Human company is a vital ingredient in achieving a social adult pet. That implies that the breed may not be suitable for people who spend a lot of time away from the house.

Mixed-breed cats and pedigreed cats both have certain genetic diseases that affect them at various stages of their lives. Some of those diseases are amyloidosis, asthma/bronchial disease, and congenital heart defects including aortic stenosis. Amyloidosis results when there is deposition of a certain type of protein in the internal organs of the animal. The organ that is primarily affected by this disease is the lung.

The owner needs to provide minimum care for a Siamese. Often, weekly combing effectively removes all dead hair and distributes skin oil. It is likely to develop periodontal disease, which makes teeth brushing necessary. Dental hygiene is needed every day, but providing it weekly is still better than doing nothing at all.

Siamese is an indoor-only cat, which means that it should not be allowed to go outside. Venturing out exposes it to dangers of diseases spread by other cats, attacks by coyotes and other dogs, and possibility of being knocked by cars. They are also likely to be stolen by people because of their beauty and high value. Naturally, they will prefer the comfort of the interior of a house and may only go outside when they are chased from the house.

Siamese is one of the greatest choices for a family pet. The breed can coexist with cat-friendly dogs, other cats, and children. It is a quick learner and they enjoy and love the attention of people.




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