Siamese cat: photo, description of the breed, colors, character, habits, owner reviews and how many years do they live?

History of the origin of the breed

The homeland of Siamese cats is Thailand, which in ancient times was called Siam, hence the name of the cat. The breed has an ancient past. In Thailand, “moon diamond” cats, as the locals romantically called cats, were known already in the 14th century. Siamese cats were considered sacred animals and were only owned by monks and members of the royal family. Until the 19th century, Europe and America knew nothing about the unusual breed - cats were forbidden to be exported from the country.

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In Europe, the first cats were introduced to the public at an exhibition at the Crystal Palace Cat Show in 1871. The first Siamese cat was brought to the United States as a gift to Lucy Hayes, the wife of President Rutherford B. Hayes in 1878. David brought the cat. B. Sickels is an American diplomat stationed at the consulate in Thailand.

The breed was not immediately able to gain popularity among cat lovers - these oriental beauties had too exotic an exterior. Today this breed is very popular and recognized by all international cat associations.

About the origin of the breed: history and legends

The homeland of Siamese cats is the Kingdom of Thailand. It was once called Siam. Local felinologists (specialists in the study of cats) say that the breed has been known for more than 600 years. However, outside the state they knew nothing about it until the last quarter of the 19th century. In ancient Siam, these cats were considered temple animals and were worshiped. Religious Siamese believed that graceful animals accompanied the souls of the dead to the afterlife.

Modern Siamese are lean and graceful

The Siamese cat managed to get into the biblical legend of Noah's Ark. According to legend, the first Siamese kitten was born thanks to the love of a beautiful lioness and a courageous male monkey. Therefore, the fruit of their love and its descendants are smart and dexterous like a monkey, and also fearless, like lions. By the way, there is some truth in this mythical story. Biologists believe that the Siamese breed was the result of crossing two species. But the primates did not participate in this. Domestic cats brought to Asia made love with local wild cats.

Blue-eyed cats lived in the royal palace and the chambers of the rich and noble people of Siam. At the end of the 19th century, they settled at the courts of European monarchs. The Siamese king decided to give several pairs of cats to his colleagues. In 1884, the first seals of an unprecedented breed arrived in London. From this time on, the triumphal march of the Siamese across Europe began.

Elegant cats were very fond of English queens and their loyal subjects. At the very first exhibition, the Siamese became the favorites and for a long time did not give primacy to others. At the very beginning of the 20th century, the “Siamese Cat Lovers Club” appeared in Great Britain, and the first breed standard was developed. It is significantly different from the modern one. The first standard color is a soft beige body and dark brown, almost black, markings (seal point). English breeders are still considered trendsetters in breeding this breed.

Later, the Siamese conquered other European countries, Russia, and then the United States. New “colors” have appeared: white-blue, cream-chocolate, white-lilac.

The new Siamese breed standards are very different from the previous ones

50 years later, the breed standards were revised: modern colors were legalized, the physique of the Siamese cat changed. The purebred animal has a narrow wedge-shaped head, decorated with wide-set large ears, a light and long body, and graceful paws.

Video: history and modernity of the Siamese breed

Appearance

The Siamese cat is distinguished by its special gracefulness, diminutiveness and a certain majesty that is characteristic of its character. Siamese kittens are the only ones that have not been crossed with cats from Europe, which has preserved the pristine nature of their eastern roots.

Breed standard according to the WCF system

Body . Elongated, elegant proportions. Not large. Slim and muscular.
Head. It has a wedge shape. The wedge starts at the tip of the nose, then widens in straight lines to the ears.
Muzzle. Narrow.
Neck. Slender and long.
Ears. Positioned as a continuation of the wedge of the head. Very big. Wide at the base and narrowed at the tips.
Chin. Forms a vertical line with the tip of the nose.
Nose. Straight and long.
Eyes. Almond shaped. Rich blue color. Located at a slight angle.
Limbs. Slender and long. The hind ones are longer than the front ones.
Paws. Oval, graceful shape.
Tail. Thin at the base and along the entire length, very flexible and long. The tip of the tail is pointed.
Wool. Short without undercoat. Glossy and silky. Fits tightly to the body.
Color. There are about 20 varieties of colors. A prerequisite is the presence of “points” - spots darker than the main color on the face, ears, paws and tail.
Weight. Not described in the breed standard. From 3 to 6 kg.
Height at withers . Not described in the breed standard. From 23 to 25 cm.
Lifespan . Representatives of the breed are considered long-livers. On average they live from 14 to 25 years.

Important!
The Guinness Book of Records records a Siamese cat that lived for 38 years.

Purchasing a kitten

If your goal is to participate in exhibitions and breed Siamese cats, choose your pet carefully. The future winner must be of high blood, from titled parents and reliable breeders. The owners of a mother cat or cattery are required to issue a certificate indicating the date of birth of the kitten, the names of its and its parents, breed and color. Later this document is exchanged for a pedigree. The price of Siamese kittens, which will become participants in exhibitions and producers, reaches 800 euros and more. The more titles parents have, the more expensive their offspring will be.

The future champion must have high-born ancestors

If you need a cat for the soul and games, the costs will be much more modest and the choice will be easier to make. You can buy a kitten from a breeder or in a nursery, then it will definitely have all the characteristics of the breed. But you have the right not to be given documents if the animal will not be exhibited. The price of a small Siamese in this case will be 10–15 thousand rubles, and sometimes less.

There are nurseries in Russia where they seriously study Siamese and other oriental breeds. A list of some and their coordinates can be found here.

Criterias of choice

The potential winner and prize-winner of cat shows is chosen meticulously. It is important to exclude any grounds for disqualification. Already at a young age it is clear what the baby will become. By this time, dark markings should appear, whether the tail is straight, the number of fingers, what color of the eyes - everything is visible. When choosing a kitten, check the criteria for compliance with breed standards. And, of course, the future pet should evoke sympathy from the owner. It is difficult to raise a champion without mutual love.

When purchasing a kitten, you need to understand what your goals are.

A kitten that is bought for pleasure does not need to be subjected to strict inspection. The main selection criteria will be character and health. Do not choose a pet at the market, only at home. There you will see how a cat is kept, take a good look at the babies and their mother. Pay attention to the condition of the kitten's fur, eyes, and ears. If something worries you, refuse to purchase.

The Siamese cat was our first pet. In the apartment of the mother cat's owners, we saw kittens hanging in a bunch right on the wall (thick vinyl wallpaper was in fashion at that time). It seemed funny. But a day later the little Siamese began to hang on our wallpaper. And we had no time for fun. It took a long time to wean her off the bad habit.

Age of kitten for moving to a new family

Experts do not recommend purchasing a kitten younger than 2.5, or preferably 3 months. Kids react painfully to parting with their mother and moving. Usually by 3 months they get used to independence, know how to eat and are toilet trained. Check with the cat's owners what they fed the kittens, and at first stick to the same diet. By this age, little Siamese should already have received mandatory vaccinations and deworming.

Colors of Siamese cats with photos

There are more than 20 varieties of Siamese cat colors.

The most famous colors of Siamese cats are as follows:

Seal point (brown) is a cream color that can have shades to light brown. The points of this color are dark brown.
Blue point (blue) is a snow-white color with a bluish tint to the points.
Red point – white body, red (apricot) point. There may be streaks on the markings, which is not an abnormality.
Caramel point (light cream). This color is slightly different from the traditional one, since the cat is neither white nor brown. Its color is a magnolia shade, and its points are gray-pink.
Chocolate point (black). The body is ivory in color, and the markings can range from chocolate (café au lait) to black.
Cinnamon point (ivory shade). The cat's body is ivory-colored, like a "chocolate" point, but the markings are pinkish-brown.
Lilac point (pink). The cat's body is the color of beaten egg white, and the markings are light gray with pink tints.
The Torty Point is a rather unusual color, distinguished by a colored mask and the same markings on the paws, tail and ears.
The Tabby Point is distinguished by the fact that the markings have stripes. The body is pale, without shades (plain color).

Important!
The points are the result of the albinism modifier gene and appear as the cat grows older in colder areas of the body. Kittens are born completely white. With age they darken. In colder regions, Siamese cats have darker spots.

Description of Siamese cats: appearance, character, behavioral characteristics

Over the course of a century and a half, certain characteristics have developed that distinguish Siamese cats. The first thing that catches the eye of an inexperienced lover of these animals is their special color with dark-colored limbs, muzzle and ears, as well as a sophisticated silhouette. Another breed characteristic is bright blue or dark blue eyes. But few people, except breeders and felinologists, know that a purebred Siamese should have very large ears.

Large ears have become one of the most noticeable characteristics of the Siamese breed.

Breed standards

A real Siamese cat is a small and harmoniously built animal:

slender, flexible figure and well-developed muscles, cats are larger than female cats;
the body is elongated, graceful;
the limbs are proportionally high, the tips of the paws are elegant: oval and small;
the thin tail resembles a whip, approximately equal in length to the body;
the slender neck is crowned by a small head in the shape of an elongated wedge;
the lines of the cheekbones are straight without bends in the vibris;
low-set ears are an extension of the head: if you connect the tip of the nose and the tops of the ears with lines, you get a triangle with equal sides;
The ears are large and wide at the bottom.

Siamese have a slender, elongated body

The head of a Siamese cat in profile looks clear and straightforward. There are no transitions or depressions on the bridge of the nose. The chin and tip of the nose are on the same vertical line. Almond-shaped eyes are set slightly askew (however, squint is a defect). The color of the iris is any shade of blue. The rich, bright color is especially appreciated.

The Siamese's head is shaped like a wedge.

The Siamese's short, shiny coat lies tightly to the skin. These southern beauties have no undercoat. The color of the fur coat is characteristic: on the body it is white or light monochromatic, turning into dark markings on the paws, tail, ears and into a mask on the face. Moreover, the ear points and the mask should not completely merge.

The special Siamese coloration - darker color on the ends of the body - is called acromelanism. This is a genetically inherent feature of pigmentation, in which the intensity of color depends on the temperature of parts of the body: the lower it is, the darker the color. If a Siamese cat is kept in cool conditions, the markings will be larger. Kittens are born without points because the mother's womb maintains an even temperature throughout the body.

The color intensity of the points changes with age

Slight darkening on the sides is allowed if they are the same shade as the points. The main color options for Siamese cats:

the base tone is cream or light brown, the markings are black-brown (seal point);
snow-white color turning into light gray, deep dark blue markings (blue point);
ivory body and coffee-milk points (chocolate point);
the basic tone is white, sometimes slightly yellowish, the markings are gray with a lilac tint, the paw pads and nose are lilac-pink (lilac point);
the body is white, the limbs are reddish-gold or apricot-colored, the nose is bright pink (red point);
white-cream color on the body, slightly darker on the back and sides, intense cream markings (cream point);
creamy yellow coat on the body, clearly defined ash-brown points, nose, paw pads, edges of the eyelids gray-pink (caramel point);
white body with a slight yellowish tint, brown markings, nose and eye rims (cinnamon point);
on the body there is magnolia-colored fur, pinkish-brown spots, bright blue eyes (von point).

In kittens, points appear over time

There are also tortie- and tabby-point cats. They are standard colors, but the former have dark markings in the form of spots, and the latter have stripes.

The American continent has its own beauty standards for Siamese cats. But they differ from European ones not so much. Siamese from America are smaller, with lighter bones. Their fur is thinner and lies closer to the skin, and their eyes are more rounded than those of European cats.

Reasons for disqualification

There are a number of shortcomings due to which a kitten from purebred parents will be excluded from the prize-winners and even exhibitors. He and his offspring will not be considered true Siamese. What is unacceptable:

dark spots on the chest and groin area;
white toes, spots;
the iris of the eyes is not blue or light blue;
malocclusion;
hooked or broken tail;
extra fingers;
lack of weight, emaciated appearance.

Characteristics of a Siamese

Siamese cats are aristocrats in every way. In addition to his sophisticated appearance, he has an intelligent and sociable character and a playful disposition. Breed experts say that Siamese are smart and resourceful. They captivate people with their devotion and desire to communicate.

By nature, this is a companion cat - something between an independent person and a bosom friend. Such a cat-dog will purr peacefully next to you, caress you, and then, like a dog, will bring back the toy you threw, and maybe even stand up for the owner. Siamese are an excellent choice for those who dream of a dog, but cannot devote time to long walks. By the way, these cats treat walking favorably. Especially if you accustom them to the street from childhood.

Siamese cats can become walking partners

Our Siamese cat Lady loved hanging out together. And only at first they took her out in a harness with a leash. This was not a necessity, but a safety measure. So that the animal does not get hurt by dogs or get hit by cars. As soon as we found ourselves in a quiet place, the leash was removed. And the Siamese walked by itself, but never strayed far from us, always followed close by. In the summer, trips sometimes lasted one and a half to two hours. Even at a young age, Lady did not try to escape. But our puppies, getting carried away, forgot about obedience and could hide in an unknown direction.

Siamese love the company of people, they ask to be played with

The increased sociability and mobility of Siamese dogs has a downside. These cats do not tolerate loneliness. They get bored and misbehave if they don’t find anything else to do when their owner is not at home. To prevent destruction, you need to provide your pet with entertainment. If you get a Siamese, make sure she has a variety of toys. Show her how to play and she will have fun herself when she is alone. Better yet, take a second kitten or puppy into your home. Siamese get along well with Oriental cats and dogs. They often take on the role of leader, especially if the dog is smaller or younger. For families with children, the Siamese cat is also a good option. They should get along well.

Siamese cats are friendly to all household members

Fans of this breed urge not to believe the popular opinion about the aggressiveness of Siamese cats. True Siamese are affectionate and delicate. This is enshrined in the standard.

Siamese cats play well with each other

Another distinctive feature of the breed is talkativeness. The Siamese express their opinion on any matter. They are not shy about reminding you about lunch time, demanding that you play with them, and showing you how much they love you. And for each case there are different intonations - a persistent meow, a gentle grunt, a hoarse song. Such talkativeness usually evokes sympathy. But the primitive screams of some Siamese during sexual hunting, which can last for days, can only be withstood by the most patient owner.

Blue-eyed cats love to speak out

Siamese or Thai: how to distinguish between breeds

Cats of these breeds are often confused. There is nothing surprising about this. They have the same homeland, similar fur and eye color, and have common character traits. But there are also many differences. And if you look closely, you can clearly see them. Siamese cats are more petite and elongated than the strong, muscular Thais. Siamese have everything refined and angular: long legs and tail, a wedge-shaped muzzle with large, pointed ears. Thai cats have soft and smooth shapes: oval paws, a rather thick tail, a rounded head without sharp lines, medium-sized ears with rounded tips. It is incorrect to say that any of these breeds is better. Each has both positive and negative qualities, ardent fans and opponents.

The Siamese has large ears and an elongated muzzle (left), while the Thai cat is more rounded

Opinions about the Siamese breed

These are very beautiful cats and Siamese cats. Some say that representatives of this breed are very angry, but this is not true. My cat's name is Sema, he is already about 6 months old. On the contrary, he is kind and affectionate. In addition, he easily made friends with the dog.
Egevi4ka13
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This breed is one of my favorites. It’s not true that they are vindictive and wild. They are incredibly smart and loyal to their owner. And they don’t require any special care at all, they don’t have any fur at home, they rarely shed, they have excellent health, no problems with the genome. It’s better to take a small kitten, and not an adult animal, he will get used to you much easier and it will be easier for you to ingratiate himself into his trust, so to speak)) although there is experience in meeting and communicating with an adult, they are sociable, but they choose favorites in the family and trust them with their whole cat soul ) Well, it’s a very good breed of cats, take it, you won’t regret it, and they generally look like they’re killing intellectuals and aristocrats. I’m for this breed!!! They’re lovely!!!
LinaLina
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Siam has been living with me for 15 years. When a kitten is very active and loves to play with everything that moves or can be set in motion (including the drum of a washing machine), you MUST buy the cat a scratching post, otherwise all the sofas will be fringed! *tested on my own*. I would like to note that Siamese cats are NOT vindictive! Yes, they may be offended and take revenge, but that doesn’t count. Many cats do this. My cat has a sense of justice. That is, if my parents scolded me, he would stand between me and them and meow and hiss. if someone is upset, he will always come and feel sorry, ask “meow?” *says what happened*, listens carefully, rubs your nose with your ear..., gives advice (usually a short “meow”). He is also very sociable, you need to talk to him every day. he understands perfectly well when people turn to him, answers questions, says something, complains, sometimes.
Naru
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I would like to dispel another misconception regarding Siamese cats. Color-point cats are often called Siamese, but they have nothing to do with real Siamese! This doesn't make them worse, they're just different! Another misconception about vindictiveness and bad character. Absolute nonsense! I say this as the owner of several cats of this breed. These animals have a wonderful character, they are very friendly! They are very attached to people, these are not the cats that “walk on their own”! They need human company. They love to “help” their owner in everything and participate in all his affairs)) Siamese and Orientals are very sociable, express their emotions with their voices, but never “chat” without reason. Animals are very playful, remain active until old age, love to run around happily in the company of their relatives, but also take people into their games with great pleasure. They get very bored when left alone and are incredibly devoted to their owner.
LaK
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We have a Siamese. Refusal without documents. Affectionate - horror! He adores people, runs ahead of everyone to greet guests, rubs against them, pets them. Treats children very well. But he loves his striped, tailed friend of the cat tribe more than us. Now she has become talkative, but before that she was silent. Apparently I've gotten used to it.
buenacabeza
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Real Siamese cats are mega-affectionate creatures. Any manifestations of aggression in cats lead to the disqualification of such an animal as a producer. Affectionateness is a breed trait.
Terra_ra
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Video: do not confuse Thai and Siamese cats

Care and maintenance

Shorthaired Siamese cats are clean by nature and require minimal grooming.

The most important thing is to provide cats with sufficient attention from the owner, care and affection. Then the myths about the breed’s viciousness of these cats will remain exclusively myths. In an atmosphere of love and care, these beauties turn into gentle, affectionate and devoted pets.

Content Features

Cats have very short hair with no undercoat, so they are very sensitive to cold. They can only be kept warm, in a place without drafts. The optimal temperature for kittens is 25-28°C.

If Siamese are kept in a cool room, it is necessary to insulate the resting place and organize a warm bed. During the cold season, you can place a heating pad wrapped in a towel on the mat. The breed is completely unsuited to being kept outdoors.

Cats are smart and quick-witted, they easily learn to walk on a leash (harness). Their habits are very similar to those of a dog; cats of this breed can be taught commands and tricks. Siamese love long walks and don’t mind going on trips themselves, so you need to keep an eye on windows and entrance doors. If left open, cats may escape.

Siamese cats are very sensitive, they can distinguish the intonations of a human voice and understand words. Besides, they are touchy. If you scold or punish your pet undeservedly, he may harbor a grudge and try to take revenge. Raising a Siamese kitten and an adult animal is necessary in an atmosphere of calm and love. Cats can become attached to one family member, choosing him as their owner. They experience separation from this person very painfully.

Siamese cats are active and love active games; they can run around the house for hours. It is important that they have enough space. All dangerous devices, electrical wires, and breakable furnishings must be removed out of the reach of cats. Please note that Siamese are very curious; the blood of a hunter and explorer flows in their veins. Cats can climb into closets, bedside tables, washing machines and other unexpected places.

In the absence of their owners, they can play pranks, sometimes their pranks have a destructive effect. Overturned flower pots, unwound balls and rolls of toilet paper, a reprogrammed TV receiver - all this may be waiting for you when you return home after work. Cats have nimble and very long fingers, and they quickly learn to use them.

To prevent your cat from destroying the apartment out of boredom and longing for its owners, buy it several logical puzzle toys. Siamese are smart, they enjoy playing with such toys. To implement cat activity, you can build or purchase a vertical multi-level house or play complex. But the best escape from boredom for a cat is a companion animal. Ideal companions for Siamese can be small active dogs or relatives with a similar temperament.

Smart cats learn to use the litter box quickly. The main motivators for them in this process are your attention and praise. The whip method should not be used with these cats. Unpleasant notes in the voice, coercion - all this will be perceived with hostility by the wayward and freedom-loving Siamese. An offended kitten may completely forget how to go to the litter box. Sometimes adult pets do this too - this is how they express protest and punish the owner.

Features of care

Cats have smooth, very short fur and no undercoat. These cats do not need to be combed - just run a damp hand or a massage mitt over the fur to collect dead hairs. And sometimes clean the fur on the ears with a piece of velvet cloth. But caring owners do not neglect this procedure; they brush their cats weekly with a wide-toothed comb or a brush with natural bristles. To add shine to the coat at the end of the procedure, use suede.

Siamese don't like water. They don't like her in a panic. They have no undercoat - cats are cold all the time. Therefore, there is no need to rape an animal. Cats are bathed very rarely, only if their fur is heavily soiled with sticky, foul-smelling substances (oil, resin, paint). Immediately after the procedure, dry your pet and wrap it in a warm, dry towel. To quickly dry the animal, you can use a hairdryer.

Oriental beauties have a predisposition to dental problems. Sufficient attention should be paid to caring for the oral cavity and teeth. Your teeth should be examined and brushed weekly using a special toothpaste and brush. Siamese dogs are taught this procedure, which is not very pleasant for cats, from an early age. To cleanse the oral cavity, cats are given special treats. To promptly detect and remove tartar, pets are taken to a veterinarian.

The breed actively uses a scratching post, this is how the claws are worn down naturally. If this is not enough, you need to trim the claws with a nail clipper and trim them with a special nail file. This must be done carefully and very carefully. Remember that Siamese are sensitive, if you hurt them, cats may be offended. Ask your veterinarian to show you how to trim nails correctly.

Your pet's large ears should be inspected once a week to check for unpleasant odors, crusts, and unnatural discharge. All this is a reason to take your cat to the veterinarian. If everything is fine with the ears, they are cleaned with a cotton swab dipped in Vaseline oil. Cotton swabs are not suitable for cleaning cat ears. The veterinarian may recommend another product from a veterinary pharmacy to clean the ears.

The beauty's almond-shaped eyes can sometimes turn sour. If this happens rarely and the discharge from the eyes is colorless and odorless, there is no reason to worry. It is enough to examine and wipe your pet’s eyes with a cotton pad dipped in warm boiled water. Purulent and profuse discharge is a reason to consult a veterinarian.

Siamese cats are incredibly clean. Therefore, owners will have to wash bowls with hot water immediately after eating. You need to do this every day. The feeding area must also be kept clean.

Siamese do not like unpleasant odors and may refuse to eat in a dirty place. Also, you need to carefully clean the cat's litter box - clean Siamese will not do their business in a dirty litter box.

Important!
Place the tray as far away as possible from the place where food and water bowls are located. Siamese will not eat where they are toileting. Food bowls are placed in a secluded, quiet place.

Siamese are prone to diseases

Siamese cats are characterized by fairly good health. They live an average of 14–15 years; there are also centenarians who remain in good health for up to 20 years. But there are still a number of diseases that are specific to Siamese. The tendency towards them was the result of selection, when related animals were crossed.

Siamese cats often suffer from the following diseases:

Strabismus - occurs due to improper development of the optic nerves.
Respiratory pathologies, most often viral calcivirosis or rhinotracheitis. They have similar symptoms: fever, difficulty breathing, nasal discharge, sometimes watery eyes, inflammation in the throat and nasal cavity. These diseases are not dangerous for humans, but the cat must be shown to a veterinarian so that he can make a diagnosis and prescribe treatment.
Mental disorders - occur due to severe stress. One of the manifestations is alopecia. Nervous shock forces the cat to lick itself especially often and thoroughly, resulting in bald patches. If the stressful situation is predictable (moving, exhibition, guests), give the cat a sedative in advance. It will help avoid serious consequences.
Coordination problems are a consequence of genetic problems with the middle ear. It usually appears in very young kittens, but almost always goes away with age.

Siamese also suffer from common cat diseases. The best prevention is careful attention to your pet. If the disease is noticed immediately and measures are taken, there will be no complications.

Siamese have a genetic tendency to squint

How much money do you need for care and maintenance?

What to buy for a kitten

Required set:

Two or three bowls (depending on the type of feeding). Choose a large water bowl - Siamese often like to drink from large containers. Price: 150 – 320 rub.
Tray. Large with deep sides: 250 – 1350 rub.
Wide-toothed comb or brush with natural bristles: RUB 350 – 650.
Scratching post: 900 – 2500 rub.
Toys. Choose intellectual ones and those that you can run after. Price: 600 – 3500 rub.
Plastic carrier with metal door. Price: 1250 – 2600 rub.
Bed. Warm with sides: 500 – 2000 rubles.

Additional products:

Vertical game complex. Price: 5000 – 32000 rub.
Claw cutter. Price: 350 – 590 rub.
Harness with leash. Price: 850 – 1600 rub.
Anti-cat bars for windows. Price: 1800-2450 rub.
Automatic drinking fountain. Some Siamese cats love to drink running water. Price: 1800 – 4800 rub.

The annual care of a Siamese cat may require from 20 to 40 thousand rubles.

The budget will depend on your capabilities, the chosen diet, the type of filler and the health of the pet.

Diseases

Typical ailments of Siamese cats:

Hip dysplasia is a pathology that causes cramps and lameness.
Psychogenic alopecia – a cat, when under stress, begins to lick itself so often that bald spots form on its body.
Endocrine alopecia occurs due to a deficiency of sex hormones, most often in castrated and sterilized animals.
Respiratory infection (bacterial or viral). Symptoms are the same as in humans. The cat begins to sneeze and snot and loses its appetite. Drug treatment is required.
Urolithiasis is a serious disease characterized by the formation of stones in the bladder.
Allergy – protein intolerance.
Breast neoplasia. Diagnosed in females over 10 years of age.
Intestinal tumor - develops with poor nutrition and decreased immunity. Removed during surgery.
Deafness, often progressing to complete hearing loss. It can be on one ear, or on both sides at once. The problem is genetic in nature.

Not a disease, but a feature of the breed - a change in coat color depending on the climate. In colder places it is dark, in the southern zone it is lighter.

Even if your cat only walks around the house, it needs to be vaccinated. Not only from rabies, but also from calcivirosis, panleukopenia and other ailments. After all, you can catch the disease not only while walking: you can bring pathogens home on the soles of your shoes, outerwear, or on your hands.

Health and illness

Genetic breed abnormalities

The Siamese cat has congenital pathologies that are unique to this breed:

Congenital strabismus. Visual impairment due to pathology of the development of the eyeball. Develops in cats with the acromelanism gene (Siamese, Thai). The gene affects the ability to see the world in a stereoscopic dimension. Because of this feature, Siamese see everything in a flat image.
Broken tail. A crease in the tail is a sign of a breed defect. Curvature of the vertebrae leads to permanent pinching of nerve endings. Cats with this defect constantly experience pain and discomfort and can be aggressive because of this.

Important!
In the USSR it was believed that a real Siamese cat should have a kink in its tail and slanted eyes. In addition, they must be aggressive and vindictive. This happened due to the fact that it was very expensive to introduce a real purebred animal into the country; they brought rejected animals with developmental anomalies.

Prevention methods

To avoid these health problems, you need to take a responsible approach to choosing a kitten, ask the breeders for its documents and the documents of its parents, as well as the results of genetic tests.

The mandatory list of treatment and preventive measures should include:

vaccination according to schedule;
antiparasitic treatment;
anthelmintic measures;
vitaminization.

If a cat is not purchased for breeding, in the first year of life it is necessary to decide on its sterilization (castration).

Annually, treatment and preventive measures may require from 3,000 to 5,000 rubles.

Castration and sterilization: time for surgery, care after it

If you do not plan to become breeders of Siamese cats and your pet does not have documents, you should not breed it. Kittens without measurements will never become show animals. There is no pedigree - and the cat is considered just a pet, like any striped cat. Of course, you can sell such kittens for a low price or give them away. But is it worth it? Isn't it easier to spay or castrate an animal that will not be a full-fledged producer?

It is better to sterilize animals that will not become producers.

The idea that a cat must have kittens at least once to be healthy is a myth. Veterinarians say that after sterilization an animal gets rid of hormonal changes. This means he becomes more balanced and gets sick less. Veterinarians recommend castrating Siamese cats between the ages of 8 and 10 months. This operation is simple, usually does not cause any complications and no special care is required after it.

After sterilization, the cat becomes calmer

Cats are sterilized after they are six months old. Postoperative care consists of treating the suture with an antiseptic (hydrogen peroxide). Usually healing proceeds without problems, and after 10 days the stitches are removed.

A castrated cat is an affectionate, adequate, sociable animal. Doesn't play much. He likes to be close to his owner all the time. Participates, like a dog, in all his affairs. He brings hair ties and rags when you throw them to him. He treats guests selectively: he hides from someone under the covers on the bed. He climbs into someone's arms and talks. Probably determines which person is by smell, since he hides before even seeing the person!
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Feeding

The choice of food for a Siamese cat should be approached as responsibly as possible. These exotic oriental beauties are considered too picky when it comes to food and can show fickle tastes. Some of their preferences cause sincere bewilderment among the owners.

For example, a Siamese can happily eat nuts or mushrooms. They also love different fruits. But you shouldn’t indulge your pet; the owner must provide the cat with a balanced, properly selected diet. Whether it is natural food or feeding with ready-made food is up to you.

Natural nutrition

The basis of the natural diet of all cats should be meat. When creating a menu for a Siamese cat, you need to take into account the fact that representatives of this breed have darker fur from excess red meat in their diet. Therefore, 30% of animal proteins should come from fish.

Animal proteins should make up 70% of the menu:

lean meat (rabbit, beef, turkey, chicken breast, lamb, game);
sea fish (navaga, cod, tuna, flounder);
shrimps;
quail eggs;
beef liver – 1-2 times a week.

What else should be in the diet:

skim cheese;
kefir, yogurt, fermented baked milk;
vegetables (carrots, broccoli, zucchini, pumpkin, squash, cauliflower);
fruits (apple, pear, banana) - as a treat;
olive oil;
greens (spinach, lettuce);
Brewer's yeast;
bran;
dried seaweed (kelp).

All cats on a natural diet are prescribed vitamin and mineral complexes.

Prohibited products:

bones (chicken, fish);
milk;
sweets;
flour;
onion garlic;
fatty pork;
sausage;
legumes;
smoked meats
spices.

The daily serving volume is calculated using the formula: 7-7.5% of the cat’s weight. Adult cats need two meals a day.

Important!
Don't forget about access to clean water. It should be open 24/7. Many Siamese love to drink from large dishes and from the tap - pour water into a large container or buy a fountain drinker.

The monthly budget for a natural diet is 1000-1500 rubles.

Industrial feed

When making a choice in favor of one or another ready-made food, you need to assess the condition of your pet, its age and level of mobility. Avoid cheap “economy class” food from the beginning. High-quality brands of the “super-premium” and “holistic” classes are suitable for purebred cats. Do not forget about the breed characteristics - alternate meat and fish compositions.

Recommended brands:

Orijen Cat Six Fish Grain Free – high-quality dry diet of holistic fish;
Acana Regionals Grasslands Cat Grain-Free – dry meat and fish formula;
Bozita Feline Shrimps - Chunks in Sauce - a wet diet based on meat and shrimp;
1st Choice Adult Cat Finicky Chicken Formula – for adult picky cats;
Optima Nova Adult Cat Exquisite Chicken & Rice – with rice and chicken for picky-eating pets;
AATU For Cats Free Run Chicken - food based on chicken and salmon;
Royal Canin Siamese Adult – for adult Siamese cats.

The daily feeding rate is calculated based on the age, weight and activity of the pet. On average, Siamese cats need 45-70 grams of dry food per day.

Every month it will cost from 900 to 2300 rubles to feed a cat.

Read more about top cat foods and what to feed Siamese kittens.

Breeding

It makes sense to breed Siamese cats if your pet has a pedigree recognized by the felinological community. The future sire must meet all the requirements of the breed standard and receive high marks from experts at the exhibition. This is not a cheap pleasure. But without fulfilling all the conditions, the offspring your cat will produce will not be recognized as purebred.

The manufacturer of purebred kittens is obliged to take part in exhibitions

Mating: age, choice of partner, frequency of births

Puberty in Oriental cats occurs early. Usually by 10 months, young Siamese are ready to become parents. You will hear that the time for love has come. Siamese cats loudly and persistently express their desires. Experts from clubs and communities of cat lovers help you choose a mating partner. They give professional advice on pairing. If you are doing this yourself, pay attention to the breed characteristics of the future parent and his health. The cat must compensate for the cat's weaknesses so that their children inherit the best traits of both parents. You can evaluate the “suitors” and arrange a date with their owners at exhibitions.

You can find parent pairs at the club or at an exhibition

You shouldn't bring young male cats together. Such a meeting may not give the desired result. One of the partners must be more experienced. For mating to end in birth, carry it out on the cat’s territory. There the male feels more confident, and the visiting cat behaves more docile. Usually she is taken on a date on the second or third day of her heat. And they leave it there for 3-4 days.

Siamese cats grow up to one and a half years. Mating and childbirth do not affect this process. The owners note that after bearing and giving birth to kittens, the young mother significantly gains height and weight.

Cat owners are often concerned about how often their cat can give birth. There is no clear answer. Experts recommend breeding Siamese dogs through heat - 1-2 times a year. But everything depends on the health and well-being of the animal.

Siamese cats have a rather difficult time with sexual abstinence. They behave in a special way, trying to be the center of attention, worry, and scream protractedly and invitingly. And this happens both during the day and at night. Being around such a sex thing is very difficult. Our Siamese could wake up in the middle of the night to loudly complain about loneliness. But we only dreamed of peace. We did not plan mating, so we used sedatives to reduce sexual heat. We were convinced that non-hormonal herbal remedies (Cat-Bayun, Stop-stress) act gently and quite effectively. In any case, they shortened these restless periods. By the way, experts say that hormonal drugs can negatively affect health. But we felt completely calm when we sterilized the cat. Although the veterinarian warned that some temperamental Siamese, even after surgery, may call the cat for some time during their critical days.

Sometimes owners notice that the cat does not tolerate estrus well, but childbirth is not a problem for her. Then matings can be carried out more often. We just need to help her recover after childbirth: feed her heavily, give her vitamins.

Video: Siamese cat plays with a kitten

FAQ

How many live at home?

Cats living in a family can live a long life - 15-25 years. Among the representatives of the breed there are long-lived cats that have lived for more than 35 years.

What is the weight of an adult and a kitten?

Siamese cats are slightly larger than females. At three months, cats weigh 1-1.5 kg, females - 1.3-2.8 kg. By six months, cats reach a weight of 1.7-2.4 kg, males - 2.3-4.1 kg. Adult females weigh 3.1-4.2 kg, males - 4-6.1 kg.

Is it easy to hold?

Siamese are affectionate and gentle towards their people. They can walk on their hands and sit on their knees. There are individuals who greet you at the doorstep and ask to be held in your arms. They may not go to strangers.

Can I keep it outside?

No. These cats are very sensitive to cold. They cannot be kept even in a cold room.

How aggressive is the breed?

The aggressiveness of Siamese cats is legendary. But these are just legends. True purebred Siamese are affectionate pets that become attached to people. The myth of vindictiveness and aggressiveness appeared in the Soviet years, when cats with genetic defects and psychological problems were imported into the country. Modern purebred Siamese are smart, willful, but not aggressive.

Do they like to claw/climb?

They love you if they are bored. Don't leave your pets alone for long periods of time and provide them with toys they can play with while you're away.

Is this breed hypoallergenic?

The short-haired Siamese poses a potential danger to allergy sufferers. The Balinese cat, which is sometimes called the longhaired Siamese, is considered less allergenic and is related to the Siamese.

Do you need to take care of your fur?

Minimal grooming is required - the breed has short hair without undercoat. Some owners simply run a damp hand over the animal's fur to remove dead hair. You can brush your Siamese once a week with a natural bristle brush or a sparse comb.

What color are eyes?

Cats of this breed have rich blue or blue eyes. Do not believe those who offer you a purebred Siamese cat with a different eye color. Green, copper and yellow colors are a breed defect.

Is the breed prone to heart disease?

Unfortunately, Siamese cats have a hereditary predisposition to heart pathologies. Such as heart enlargement and aortic stenosis.

At what age do they stop growing?

Siamese kittens reach adult size by 2 years. By this time, the color of the coat and eyes should have finally formed. In some individuals, the growth process is completely completed at 1.5 years.

Reviews from Siamese cat owners

Kirill : “I named my Siamese cat Klitschko. Moreover, initially he was Piglet, but the fighting qualities of the cat determined his name and future fate. They say that Siamese cats are fighters. They say the truth. But, respecting my cat, I will say that people have never suffered from his long claws, but furniture and curtains have suffered regularly! Klitschko, my friend, is stubborn. He immediately refused to eat ready-made food, even though I offered him the most expensive options, he only eats human food, including bread and butter and caramels. I know it’s harmful, but that’s how it happened historically.”

Nikita : “When the blue-eyed kitten from the entire litter jumped into my arms, the bearded engineer’s heart trembled. I named it Pepper, in the hope that it will grow into a cool pepper. Pepper is still growing. What can I say - the character, like all Siamese, is sharp. Firstly, he decided that the bathroom was a wonderful toilet, large and white, and so far he could not be dissuaded. Secondly, this impudent guy only sleeps on my head. It feels like I'm growing another beard at night. But that's where its shortcomings end. Perchik is a real man’s cat, brutal and childish at the same time.”

Slava : “Very often cats with a similar color are called Siamese. This is where the myth about their aggressiveness, vindictiveness and sloppiness came from. In fact, true Siamese cats are an elegant breed in every sense. They are delicate and unobtrusive, even when they miss their owner, Siamese cats do not beg for affection, but intelligently wait for it. Of course, familiarity is not in their favor, but if you remember this, you can build a wonderful partnership with your Siamese cat.”

Video reviews:

Table: pros and cons of Siamese cats

Positive features	Negative traits
Bright graceful appearance	The need to select food - not all foods are suitable
Short hair is easy to care for	In some individuals, estrus occurs very violently
Owner oriented	Requires a lot of attention, does not like to be left alone, is jealous
Playfulness, mobility	Can be uncontrollable and noisy
Friendliness, affectionate nature	Susceptible to some generic diseases
Dog-like habits, loves walks, learns well
Fairly good health

How much does a Siamese kitten cost?

The average price for a Siamese kitten is 8,000 – 35,000 rubles (5,000 – 10,000 UAH).

What does the price depend on?

Price formation is influenced by:

kitten class;
floor;
colors;
age;
prestige of the nursery;
parents' titles;
sale with or without breeding rights;
pedigree.

The biggest influence on the cost is belonging to a certain class:

SHOW (show) – kittens are sold with the right to breed and are allowed to participate in exhibitions and competitions. Price: from 25,000 to 45,000 rubles;
BREED - healthy kittens without genetic pathologies and good characteristics, have minor deviations from the standard, can be exhibited and allowed for breeding. They cost from 10,000 to 15,000 rubles.
PET (pet) - pets without the right to breed, are not allowed to exhibitions. Price: from 3,000 to 10,000 rubles.

Catering

Like others, it is important for Siamese to receive balanced, nourishing and sufficient food. First of all, food should be saturated with amino acids (so that the skin is renewed on time, the claws are strong and the fur grows) and fatty acids. In addition, veterinarians strongly advise giving cats dry food: Siamese often suffer from periodontal disease, gingivitis and other oral problems, and the pads allow you to train your gums and remove plaque from your teeth.

Diet of Siamese cats:

Babies a month or two old eat only mother’s milk as much as they want;
Up to 3 months, kittens eat 6 times a day;
From 3 to 5 months – 5 times a day;
At 5-6 months – 4 times;
From 6 to 12 months -2-3 times.

Cats older than one year are transferred to two meals a day: in the mornings and evenings.

Natural products

For a newborn, there is nothing sweeter and healthier than mother’s milk, but if the animals are separated, the baby is fed with special formulas. The first complementary foods are introduced at 6-10 weeks. The first course is veal or beef minced. Serving – no more than 1 teaspoon.

You can give liquid semolina porridge with goat milk. Gradually, low-fat sea fish (hake, trout, salmon, navaga, flounder, tuna), low-fat fermented milk products (natural yogurt, curdled milk, fermented baked milk, kefir, sour cream, cottage cheese) are being introduced into the menu.

What you are allowed to give:

Meat: at least 70% of the diet. These are rabbit, turkey, chicken, beef, veal, lamb. You can boil and stew it, but it is healthier to give it raw, previously scalded with boiling water.
Fish: no more than once every 7 days. Siamese cats love it very much, but fish provokes problems with the urinary system and kidneys, so do not spoil your pet.
By-products: beef lungs and udders, chicken hearts, stomachs and necks, kidneys.
Eggs: both chicken and quail, boiled. Chickens are fed only the yolk (the protein is difficult for the stomach).
Cereals: rice, oatmeal, corn, barley.
Vegetables: greens, cauliflower, carrots, zucchini, pumpkins. In small quantities (Siamese do not digest fiber well). As a treat: a slice of apple, a slice of melon, a fresh cucumber.

The cat must drink a lot (especially if it eats ready-made food), and your task is to ensure that there is fresh water in the drinking bowl. You can buy water in a store or purify it yourself. Do not feed the animal cold or hot liquid - bring it to a comfortable temperature.

For pregnant females, food portions are increased, as is the number of feedings. However, in the final stages, if the animal refuses to eat, it should not be forced.

It is forbidden to give cats:

Bird and fish bones (including wings, legs) - they can scratch the mucous membrane, pierce the throat or stomach);
Fatty meats and river fish;
Sweet, baked goods, salty, flour, sour, smoked;
I eat food with dyes and chemical ingredients;
Legumes, eggplants, potatoes, sausages, sausages;
Alcohol, juices, tea, coffee, mineral water;
Whole cow's milk.

The photo shows Siamese kittens

Recommended food

Below are recommended super-premium and holistic foods. Links with the names of the food are clickable, on them you can, within our website, get acquainted with the descriptions of the food and read reviews from the owners of the Siamese cat breed.

Holistic	Holistic	Super premium
Acana	Carnilove	Organix