It is generally believed that the Siamese cat has its origin in Siam - Thailand of modern day. It is a very old domestic breed descended from an albino cat which was a gift given to the King Siam. In Thai fables they were the ones that would protect the royal castles and temples from evil spirits. In the Siamese culture the people believed that the soul of a high ranking person who had died would stay in the cat for a while.
The Siamese cat first appeared in the West in mid 1800s. The Siamese cat can be the traditional or the modern Siamese version. The body is long and slim and the tail is kinked. It has a long neck and bright blue eyes shaped like almonds. The original cat is called the apple head Siamese because of its round head.
On the other hand, the modern Siamese cat has a head that is elongated. Their ears are larger and features more pronounced. The original Siamese has a round face and is much more muscular than that of a modern Siamese. This breed is shorthaired with a base coat which is cream in color and the face, ears, tail and legs are dark in color. The body color can be either white or fawn with the Siamese markings. When a Siamese cat is first born, they are cream in color, the markings then develop over the next few months.
The markings on a Siamese cat can be found on the paws, ears, tail, muzzle and lower legs. It is a very demanding and attention seeking breed of cat. The mentality of this breed is very much similar to that of a dog.
The Siamese cat is very affectionate, energetic, intelligent, inquisitive and people orientated. It is a breed which is the most vocal and talkative from any other. The Siamese cat constantly talks, and can be very annoying when it is on heat. It is then that the cat will become very loud and sound like a wild lion.
If a Siamese cat feels that it is not getting the attentions, it becomes extremely jealous and throws tantrums. A Siamese cat does not like being ignored, it needs attention constantly. The traditional Siamese cat has a temperament that is more laid back than the modern Siamese cat. The Siamese cat is bored quickly. It is essential to have toys and an area for it to play and exercise. It needs to scratch and sharpen its claws to be healthy.
A cat gym or cat tree with a scratching post would be most essential. Regular brushing is necessary in order to keep its coat in good condition. The Siamese cat is one which matures early on in its life, at times as young as five months old. It is also a very fertile breed, with having on average a littler of approximately six. It is essential to ensure that your Siamese cat is vaccinated if you permit it to go outdoors. If you wish to feed your Siamese cat fruit or greens, then it is essential that they are boiled first in order to aid digestion.
If you do not permit your cat to go outdoors on its own, then it is necessary that it is taken for a walk. When doing this ensure that you use a harness and a leash to prevent it from running away. The Siamese cat still remains to be one of the most popular shorthaired cats in the world. It is a cat which is only really suitable for those people that can give it lots of love and attention.
It is not a pet for such people that do not like a great deal of noise, as this breed does tend to be noisy on a constant basis. The Siamese cat can however, be your best friend and a loyal companion due to its affection. Minimal maintenance is needed for this breed due to it being shorthaired. It is important to remember however, that the traditional Siamese cat does make a better pet for the entire family, as it has a much quieter personality than that of the modern Siamese.
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