Burmese Cat and Kitten Information - By: Mitch Endick

The Burmese has a glossy, satin, short and fine coat that feels soft to the touch. The Burmese is a medium sized cat with a muscular body and a medium length tail. Breed organization recognize ten different coat colors. Most Burmese cats have yellow or gold eyes though the eye color may vary.

Brief History of the Burmese Cat

The ancestor of all domestic cats is the African Wildcat, the genus Felis Lybica. This genus is comprised of smaller cats. Cats are thought to have been domesticated with the advent of farming and the storage of grain. The grain attracted rats and other vermin which naturally attracted wild cats. As time evolved, certain of these cats were domesticated for the mutual benefit of both cat and man. The African Wildcat has certain features which is obvious in the housecat of today.

The Burmese cat breed was started by a naval doctor, Joseph C. Thompson, in 1930. Thompson brought a cat back from Burma named Wong Mau. Wong Mau was bred to a Seal Point Siamese. The Burmese was initially recognized as a breed in 1936 though the recognition was later rescinded in the 1940s due to dilution with Siamese cats. After additional years of selective breeding, The Cat Fanciers Association recognized the breed in 1953 and gave the breed championship status in 1957.

Health

Cats who reside in the house should generally visit the veterinarian yearly, unless health problems are evident. Cats who enjoy the outdoors may need to see the vet as many as four times a year. When you take your cat to the vet, be sure to bring along a fresh stool sample so the vet can do a fecal exam to check for internal parasites such as tapeworm, round worm, whip worms and hook worms. The vet will also check for external parasites such as fleas, ticks and ear mites.

Any vet check should include a dental examination and a cleaning if necessary. Cats who are eight years of age or older are considered geriatric and additional blood and urine tests may be necessary to screen for any health problems. At about six months of age, the kitten should also be examined for sexual maturity and decisions about birth control should be made.

Behavioral Traits

Friendly and affection towards people
They can be are very vocal
Often referred to as the miniature panther in some parts of the world
Said to have dog like characteristics
Generally not considered an outdoor cat

Some terms used to describe the Burmese Cat include intelligent, lively, alert, affectionate and self-aware.

Burmese Cat Registries and Clubs

National Alliance of Burmese Breeders
Burmese Cat Society United Kingdom
International Cat Association TICA
The Traditional Cat Association, Inc TCA
Canadian Cat Association CCA
The Australian Cat Federation Inc
The American Association of Cat Enthusiasts AACE
Cat Fanciers Association ACFA
Cat Fanciers Association CFF
United Feline Organization UFO
United International

Burmese Kittens

Kittens are generally available and the price depends upon bloodlines color and markings. Unlike puppies, kittens should not be separated from their mother until twelve to sixteen weeks of age. Some very important developmental stages occur during this period including emotional, mental and health. Curtailing this development may lead to any number of medical and behavioral problems.

Kittens that are separated from their mother at too young an age often fail to gain weight fast enough, have immune system problems because they have not had enough mothers milk. The may also develop eating and eliminating problems, and can have problems socializing with other cats and with people.

Every cat and kitten is an individual so not everything in this information may be correct for your cat or kitten. This information is meant as a good faith guideline only.

About the Author

Mitch Endick is a staff writer for the quality online store College Dorm Room Bedding.com. Shop for fine quality college dorm room bedding at College Dorm Room Bedding.com. Please visit College Dorm Room Bedding today.

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