Siamese cats are very spectacular, possess grace and have beautiful blue eyes. These animals have a beautiful color. They have long won universal love, subjugating everyone with their independent character and royal habits.
It seems to many that it is impossible to repeat the whole set of qualities and the beauty of these magnificent animals, but they are mistaken. Because breeders have created several species similar to this one.
What is the name of the breed of cats similar to Siamese? Now we will list them:
1. Balinese cat.
2. Thai cat.
3. Sacred Burma.
4. Oriental cat.
5. Seychelles cat.
6. Tonkin cat.
7. Himalayan cat.
8. Petersburg.
9. Forin White.
10. Yavonez.
11. The Mekong Bobtail.
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Balinese
So, the Balinese cat breed, similar to the Siamese. We begin the description of this breed with the appearance of the representative. This slender and miniature, graceful cat. It has long legs, an elongated body, large ears, it is more fluffy than representatives of the Siamese breed.
Such cats like to "chat" and purr. Loyal to their masters, and much stronger than any others.
This affectionate cat breed, similar to Siamese, finds a common language with any person.
Therefore, if you want to get a Siamese, but his character is scary, choose a Balinese. These cats are much more meek, besides they are not vindictive at all.
The origin of this breed is directly related to the Siamese. In the 50s of the last century, breeders accidentally bred a cat breed similar to Siamese. Longhair kittens received from breeding representatives of the species first surprised scientists and were therefore rejected. But then the American breeders decided to conduct an experiment on long-haired animals. As a result, they got exactly Balinese cats. They attracted many animal lovers.
Thai cat
Thai - this is another breed of cat, similar to Siamese (photo of representatives you can see a bit below). They originated in Thailand. They used to be revered as saints. They lived in the monasteries and palaces of the Caliphs of Siam.
Thai looks as chic as Siamese, but despite this, it is much stronger. Taking such a cat in your hands, you will feel a "mountain" of muscles under the long hair.
The representative of the breed does not like to nap in the corner. Such a cat is very curious and loves activity: it will be happy to play with a child or a sun bunny; bites all the wires and slippers available in the house; with those who attack her, can start a fearless fight. This cat does not care.
But, despite all of the above, this cat loves its owners, finds a common language with all members of the household. Loves attention. If it is given little, be sure to remind you of this with a loud “meow”.
If the person himself is active by nature, then this breed is suitable for him as well as possible. She certainly will not let you grieve.
Sacred burma
What breed of cats is there, similar to Siamese, but fluffy? This is sacred Burma.
The history of its origin is surrounded by darkness. There is a version that this animal originated in one of the temples of Burma and was considered sacred. According to another version, in 1919, one representative of the Vanderbilt-aristocratic clan acquired two of these kittens in Manyami for a large amount of cash. Unfortunately, only one kitten got to France, the second was too weak and died on the road. Because of this, the remaining kitten, having reached puberty, was crossed with some unknown cat, as a result of which Burmese cats appeared.
According to another version, this breed was bred in France. And whichever version is true, they registered this breed and described the standard in France in 1925.
Burmese cats are extremely kind and accommodating. But still they can calm the notorious choleric and stir up a phlegmatic person.
This breed of cats, similar to Siamese, is moderately energetic, intelligent, unobtrusive, calm. The Burmese purr is much calmer than his Siamese consanguineous, almost does not meow and at any moment can find something to do if the owner is still busy.
Oriental cat
This is another breed of cat, similar to the Siamese. She got her name from her ancestors. Orientals were introduced along with Siamese from Thailand to Great Britain in the 19th century.
Oriental crossed with a Siam. As a result, this species arose.
In 1923, the British club of cat lovers ceased to classify orientals as Siamese because of the monochromatic gray color and completely green eyes. He separated this cat into a separate breed. Although one of her ancestors is a Siamese cat.
In 1925, orientals began to be selected, and now the color of the animal can be varied.
Cat Features:
- This individual has a slender body, thin bones and strong muscles.
- The head of the animal has a triangular shape.
- Big ears.
- The tail is thin and very long.
- She is very friendly, loves games, she likes to "talk", devoted to the owner. Loneliness is not tolerated.
Seychelles cat
This is also a cat breed, similar to Siamese. It got its name from the place of residence - Seychelles. It was from there that she was brought to the UK. He is the consanguineous Siamese and Oriental.
She looks like her Siamese ancestor, the only thing that differs is the large ears of an irregular shape. Otherwise, they are the same. They have blue eyes, the hair is fluffy to the touch, often white. The tail of representatives is the same length as that of Siamese cats, the character is bad, since it is very demanding on the attention of the owner, does not like to share it with anyone.
Work on this feline group began in 1984. They are ongoing to this day.
This is a luxurious cat for rich people who are ready to give her all their love without a trace and attention. She does not like to be alone, she will “talk” with pleasure. This cat is very delicate and extremely sensitive. She does not like changing the usual environment, because of such things, she can be very stressed.
Tonkin cat
Another breed of cats, similar to Siamese. It was formed by crossing Siamese with sacred Burma.
Work on this breeding was carried out by Canadian and American breeders. According to their idea, when crossing, they should have got a cat with the color of a Siamese and muscles of burma. Canadian breeders were fortunate enough to bring out the desired representative.
These cats get along well with anyone. They are less active than the Siamese, but their temperament is more pronounced than that of the Burmese.
Esotericists are also interested in this breed. They managed to find out that the Tonkin cats have strong energy fields that can protect the house and its owners from negative influences from the outside.
Tonkintsy have great intuition. Due to what they anticipate unpleasant events and feel the mood of the owner. They are never imposed if a person nearby is in a bad mood.
Himalayan cat
Himalayan is a cat breed similar to Siamese. It was received in the 50s. The breed was obtained by crossing Siamese and Persian felids. Offspring were selected on the basis of color; a point was needed.
Visually, these cats resemble Persian cats, but the Siamese got a coloring.
Himalayan cats are infinitely loyal to their master and will follow him anywhere.
Their difference from Persian cats is that they are mobile and demanding. From Siamese they are distinguished by obedience and a calm disposition.
These cats do not like to skoda. And they prefer playing with the master to climbing the carpet.
Peterbald
This cat breed originated in the 90s of the last century in St. Petersburg. It was obtained by selection of the Don Sphinx and oriental.
At this time, experiments with crossing are ongoing, as scientists want to strengthen the cat's Siamese-oriental features.
At the moment, this breed is characterized by an elongated muzzle, large wide-spaced ears and a slender body. The animal has virtually no coat, eyes are blue.
This cat has a peculiar character, more typical of a dog. She is attached to the owner, does not like when they climb to her, if she is not in the spirit. The cat responds perfectly to the nickname. She also lends herself well to training, prefers walks on a leash.
Forin white
Forin White is a cat breed similar to Siamese. Due to the appearance of an English breeder P. Turner. By chance, a photo of a Siamese purple cat with a light hit her. And she decided to create a cat breed, but only with white hair.
In the 60s, with the help of breeders of Siamese cats and white short-haired British, P. Turner brought out Foreign Faith.
Their temperament is similar to the temperament of Siamese cats. These are smart, wayward animals. Forin White - cats that love to "talk." Representatives of the breed are not particularly active.
Javanese
The Javanese breed arose during the experiments of the Canadian scientist M. Davis. Since the 70s, she began to select cats of various colors.
These representatives of the feline family love their owners, but differ from the female ones in their intransigence.
These cats are extremely agile. Therefore, they need:
- all kinds of toys;
- claws;
- special slides for lifting.
Mekong Bobtail
This cat, according to legend, guarded the young virgins in the ancient monasteries of Siam. They put their jewelry on the tail of a cat. When there were too many of them, the tail of the animal broke. Therefore, the Bobtail has a short tail.
These cats have a dog character. They can carry objects in their teeth (and with pleasure), carry out the “aport” command, walk on a leash. Also, these cats are attached only to the owner, and not to the house.
Mekongs are chatty, but do not like to show their emotions. With a Siamese cat, a common feature is color.
Conclusion
We examined different breeds. Now you know how diverse the world of Siamese representatives of the cat family is. Anyone can choose a pet to their liking.