Today, the Siamese is one of the most popular cat breeds, mainly because it is known as an affectionate and sociable breed. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the Siamese originated in Siam (now Thailand) in the latter part of the 19th century. They were soon introduced to Europe, and eventually to the United States, in the early 20th century.
Appearance
One of the most striking features of the Siamese breed is their deep blue eyes, which is a popular feature with many owners. They have slender, delicate bodies, but are nonetheless muscular. They have long, slender legs that add to the elegant appearance of the breed. The Siamese is also recognizable by its long, thin tail and wedge-shaped head.
Their coat is short and usually does not require much grooming. The coat of a Siamese should always be shiny, most often they will be cream in color with patches of another color on the face, legs, tail and ears. The most common colors are lilac, seal, blue or chocolate. However, they can also be apricot, fawn, red, and cinnamon in color.
As a stealthy and slender breed, the female Siamese will usually weigh between 5 and 6 pounds, males on the other hand can grow a bit larger and can weigh between 5 and 7 pounds.
Temper
As mentioned above, the Siamese is a sociable breed of cat, which is one of the main reasons for its popularity. In general terms, the Siamese is characterized by having a strong, extroverted and demonstrative character. Also, they can be noisy at times. In fact, some owners claim that a Siamese meow is very similar to the sound of a baby crying.
They love attention, and unlike some cat breeds, the Siamese wants an active role in the family. Therefore, owners will often find that their cats want to sit on their laps, on the couch, and even on their beds. In this sense, it can be said that the Siamese have a temperament that is more similar to that of a dog than an average cat.
property
Due to their love of affection and need for companionship, it is not recommended to keep a Siamese cat if your family is at work or school for most of the day, because the cat will hate being left alone for long periods of time. Also, the clingy nature of Siamese twins is worth keeping in mind when planning family vacations, as boarding is likely to be very harrowing for them. Of course, having two conjoined twins is an option for the working family, so it’s common to see the breed in pairs. However, cats will still crave affection from their human owners.
With any breed of cat, it’s important to make sure they get enough exercise and intellectual stimulation. However, the Siamese is known to be a particularly intelligent breed, so it is crucial that you provide the breed with plenty of toys to stimulate them both physically and mentally.
Typically, Siamese owners find that their cats are not comfortable having a rival for their owners’ affections. Therefore, the breed may not be suitable for a household with other pets. That being said, there are, of course, Siamese cats that will happily cohabit with other animals, but as a general rule, the breed is happiest when it has its owner’s undivided attention.
Siamese cats are one of the most recognizable and popular breeds in the world. They are beautiful, elegant and full of character, making them the ideal pet for the right family.