Knowing the Siamese Cat

Siamese cats, as its name indicates, were bred for the first time in Siam, what is now known as Thailand. The curious history of Thailand, one of the few Asian territories that were never a British colony, is reflected somehow in the personality of this cat. Thai Land, terms that give rise to the current name can be translated as "Land of the free people" and that's what the Siamese cat is free and independent.

The Siamese cat loves his home. He suffers a lot when you have to move, perhaps more than other breeds of cats. Consider your home as your refuge, and rarely venture out, except for courting a female in heat, or meet other neighborhood cats. Their education is very simple, they are very intelligent and quickly learn the rules of behavior. However, when something is not to your liking, have no problem to let them know their owners.

Like other breeds of cats, the Siamese cats love to sleep all day. The peak hours are sunrise and sunset. So if the idea is getting a weekend afternoon, you must provide that the animal has food and water on hand, and enough room to move and play and sandpit by hand.

There are two sub breeds Siamese cats well distinguished: the Siamese cat modern hair rather short, easily distinguished by their features stylized, a rather prominent nose and large eyes, torn. This breed was introduced to England in 1880, and ten years later, was taken to the United States. Soon the modern Siamese cat became a favorite of breeders and exhibitors for their stylish lines.

The other sub breed Siamese Siamese cat is the traditional, distinctly different factions, much more rounded. The coat color pattern is very distinctive: they often have the tips of the limbs, tail and face very dark color, while the rest of the coat is light in color, a characteristic that gives it such a special personality all Siamese cats have. The Siamese cat is very curious and playful, and is always exploring when something catches your eye. Undoubtedly, this feline race has become one of the most sought after by lovers of pets because of their charm and personality.