Why Siamese Cats Are the Perfect Pets: 31 Colors and Care Tips!

Siamese cats are famous for their sleek, large, attractive blue eyes and their vocal personalities. Cat enthusiasts have been mesmerized by the cat’s beautiful fur and personality for centuries. The Siamese’s pointed body and dark face give them a royal look. If you are also thinking of buying a new Siamese cat for your home or are interested in knowing more about beautiful cats like the Siamese cat Flame Point, then you will get all the information related to them in this article.

Breed Overview

Weight	4-6 Kg
Height	8-10 inches
Temperament	Calm & friendly
Level of Energy	Quite Active
Common health problems:	Pica, dental, asthma, and eye problems

Physical Appearance

Siamese have shining blue eyes. They are especially known for their long pointed ears, thin tails, and sleek body structure. They are a natural breed with many colors and types available.

Siamese are of four main types:

• Blue Point
• Lilac Point
• Seal Point
• Chocolate

Blue Point:

Blue point Siamese have slate-coloured paws and nose tips and their body is light bluish-grey.

Lilac Point:

Cinnamon-coloured nose and paw markings are on a white-colored body. Pinkish grey face and pinkish brown markings of long ears make them very attractive.

Seal point:

Seal point Siamese have light yellow to cream-colored bodies and pointed parts of their face like noses and ears are dark brown (seal-brown). Their paws and tails are also dark. The lower part of the paws and nose tip are also seal brown.

Chocolate:

Chocolate Point Siamese has ivory colored body with chocolate-colored markings on the face, ears, paws, and tails. The nose tip is pinkish brown.

Other Colors of Siamese

• Flame point,
• Cinnamon Point,
• Caramel Point,
• Cream Point,
• Fawn Point,
• Apricot Point
• Foreign White

Siamese cat price

Although Siamese has many shades and colors, due to which its price varies, for a general idea, if we talk about Siamese cat price, then it is around 25,000 to 45,000 INR (300 – 600 $). Males are more expensive. Source, quality, and location are also a big factor in its price. Buying it from a breeder or non-source instead of online or pet sources can guarantee its authenticity and health.

• Buy only vaccinated cats
• It will be better to buy a kitten instead of an adult cat.

History and origin

It is believed that Siamese cats belong to Thailand, which was earlier called Siam, and from its name itself, it is clear that the Siamese cat got its name. Siamese is the oldest breed of cat that was worshipped in many places. It was the favorite pet of the royal families. It was believed that when a royal member died, his soul would enter the Siamese cat, so it was kept with the monks in the ancient temples.

Its presence in America was seen during the late nineteenth century. When Lucy Hayes, wife of President Rutherford B. Hayes, was given a cat as a gift in 1877 by a diplomat working in Thailand.

Siamese cat care

Like most short-haired cats, Siamese can take care of their hair by themself. Brushing once or twice a week is enough to remove dead hairs, which also reduces the risk of hairballs. Hairballs are dead hairs that the cat swallows while cleaning itself by licking them and there are chances of them getting stuck in the throat or digestive system.

Exercise Requirement

Siamese are active cats that love to play and engage with their owners. Due to their high energy level, they need to have enough space in the house. Wall steps are a great option as they love to climb and sit in high places. You can engage them in physical and mental activities that involve running and climbing. Treat puzzles improve their skills and also help in training.

Food and Nutrition

Cats are purely carnivorous animals and hence they primarily consume meat-based food. A good quality food should be chosen to provide them with adequate protein and carbohydrates. It is important to note that the source of protein in their food should be meat rather than plant protein.
Siamese cats enjoy canned food more.

• Wet food is easily digestible and chewable by cats.
• Siamese cats are more prone to eye problems and hence it is important to have taurine in their food to prevent eye problems.
• Siamese cats are more prone to obesity than other cats. Their body structure and frame are small and obesity starts appearing quickly due to lack of exercise.

entertainment

Siamese are very talkative cats. They express their opinion about food and attention from humans by making many kinds of sounds. From the tone of their voice, you will slowly start to understand what they are demanding. They often sit near the window and chirp while watching the birds. Siamese cats get bored very easily, so they will scratch your furniture, climb curtains, and cause other household damage. Being very social, they are also friendly with other pets. If you have less time, then you can keep them with sibling cats so that they can get engaged and avoid obesity.

Training

Because of their curious nature, the Siamese learn things quickly and easily, but when they become an adult, they become a little naughty, so it is easy to train them from a young age. To make it disciplined and obedient, you should start with a kitten. While training, keep in mind that it is a little naughty, so you should not get frustrated, you have to work patiently or you can also hire professional trainers.

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Also read: Himalayan cat originated from Siamese