Burmese cat Facts
Burmese cat Facts
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| Burmese cat is medium-sized cat that can reach 8 to 13 pounds of weight. |
| Burmese cat has short, silky and shiny coat that can be dark brown, champagne, platinum, blue or creamy brown in color. |
| Burmese cat has round head, large, oval or almond-shaped green (or blue) eyes, medium-sized ears with rounded tips, sturdy, muscular body, long legs with oval or rounded paws and straight tail with rounded tip. |
| Burmese cat is also known as "brick packed in the silk" because it has athletic, sleek body that is surprisingly heavy. |
| Burmese cat originates from Thailand. Its name in Thai means "beautiful, fortunate and of splendid appearance". Burmese cat was initially kept in the temples and palaces. It has been introduced to Burma in the 18th century. |
| Burmese cat is curious, intelligent, playful and energetic cat. It likes to investigate and play with various interactive toys. |
| Burmese cat is friendly cat that enjoys to spend time with people. It likes to rest on the shoulder of its owner and even to comfort its owner when he/she doesn't feel well. |
| Burmese cat has many dog-like qualities. It often follows family members through the house and requires a lot of love and attention. Burmese cat can easily learn to perform various tricks (including to play fetch) and to walk on the leash. |
| Male and female Burmese cat have different characters. Males are more laid-back and have specific eating rituals, while females are more energetic and more attached to their owners. |
| Burmese cat is very vocal. It loudly rumbles (like a wild cat) when it doesn't get enough attention. |
| Burmese cat is not suitable for outdoor living. It is too trusty by nature, and it doesn't possess essential skills required for the survival on the street. Burmese cat is suitable for houses with children and other cats and cat-friendly dogs. |
| Burmese cat has short hair that requires weekly brushing. |
| Burmese cat gives birth to 6 kittens on average (rarely up to 14 babies). |
| Burmese cat is generally healthy breed. It is sensitive to anesthesia and prone to gingivitis and certain ocular, muscular and cardiac disorders. It can also suffer from diabetes. |
| Burmese cat has an average lifespan of 10 to 16 years. |
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