Siamese cats have an original and memorable appearance. They are quite difficult to confuse with representatives of other breeds. These beautiful and graceful creatures hail from the East, from what is now Thailand.
Their ancestors were wild Bengal cats. Throughout history, these cats have not crossed with representatives of European breeds. Light and miniature animals to this day have preserved primordial features that are characteristic only for this breed, except, perhaps, for a broken tail and covered with nodules.
There is a legend about this unusual tail. Going to swim, Siamese princesses hung their jewels on the tails of cats, hence creases and knots appeared. In reality, everything is much more prosaic. The curved tail is a sign of breed degeneration due to incest. As soon as in Europe this feature was equated with a flaw, work began to eliminate it. Now the tail of the Siamese is straight and straight, as prescribed by the standard.
Breed description
Siamese cat has a slim and elegant, but at the same time muscular and flexible body of medium size . The kittens, which we will talk about in detail today, have long been a cute fluffy lump.
This oriental beauty has a long slender neck and a medium-sized wedge-shaped head. The ears are large, but they should be a natural extension of the head. The tips of the ears and nose make up an equilateral triangle. Eyes of medium size, almond-shaped, characteristic deep saturated color. The front legs are slightly shorter than the hind legs. The legs are oval, small in size. The tail is long, tapering to the tip. The coat is short, tight to the skin, shiny. The color is monochromatic. On the face, on the legs, tail with points. A mask on the face is a hallmark of the breed.
Character
If you are interested in a Siamese kitten, you need to know what character the representatives of this breed have. Future owners of such a pet should be prepared for the fact that these are independent animals with excellent hunting data. All these qualities have developed an obstinate temper in this breed of cats.
Siamese differ from their European counterparts by their explosive temperament, thanks to which these animals are considered extremely stubborn. But such an opinion is nothing more than a prejudice. In fact, these beautiful cats love people very much, become attached to them. But they do not like to be picked up, squeezed without their desire. But the Siamese kitten needs affection. He is very defenseless, especially in the early days when he is taken from his mother.
Other pets can cause undisguised jealousy in your pet. He will be wary of strangers. If you are sure that you need a Siamese kitten, you should know and explain to all family members (especially children) that these cats do not allow familiarity - they will immediately show their character, and the offender will be left with scratches and bites.
Adult Siamese cats do not belong to animals that, two hours after the departure of the owner, begin to languish from longing. They are quite self-sufficient, although they like to be in the spotlight. Therefore, when you return home after work, take the time for your pet - play with him, chat, treat yourself to something delicious. In other words, show him your admiration.
The inexhaustible energy possessed by Siamese cats makes them excellent partners for games. Interestingly, they are often the first to take the initiative in this matter, for example, rushing for a ball of wool that no one gave them.
If a Siamese kitten appears in your house, then you should be patient. Only in this case can you properly educate your pet. You cannot raise your voice on these cats. And if you hit him once, the cat may not forgive you and not forget the undeserved resentment. The reward for your patience will be a properly brought up cat - a very sociable, loyal and smart companion.
Kittens
Siamese kittens are born completely white, with pink pads and paws. Over time, they darken. The animal gets its final color by the ninth month from the moment of birth.
Where to buy a kitten?
All animal lovers would like to recommend purchasing an animal in specialized nurseries. Today this breed is not rare, it is widespread, there are nurseries in many cities - Moscow, Ryazan, Saratov, Voronezh, Rostov-on-Don, St. Petersburg (St. Petersburg). Siamese kitten should receive breast milk for up to 6 weeks. Therefore, until this time, he can not be taken from his mother.
Perhaps our readers are interested in how much Siamese kittens cost. The price of such handsome men ranges from 3 to 5 thousand rubles.
Do not forget that moving a kitten of any breed is a lot of stress, so do not worry when the baby arrives at a new place of residence and clogs under the bed. This is a perfectly normal reaction. Do not try to pull it out, just put a bowl of food and clean water, a tray next to its "shelter". Do not make noise, let the kitten calm down. He will soon realize that he is safe. After 2-3 hours, curiosity and hunger will prevail, and the kitten will leave the shelter.
It should be noted that Siamese kittens (reviews of the owners confirm this) are distinguished by a strong temperament and indefatigable energy. They can play day and night, quickly become attached to people. Be prepared for the fact that this baby from a very young age will require the attention of the owner to itself, so they meow almost constantly. Thus, the baby tells you that he wants to play with you, or he is hungry.
Nutrition
Siamese cats nature awarded excellent health. They live up to 16 years. The diet of the kitten should be balanced. Do not feed your baby exclusively with plant or protein foods. There are a number of products that you can feed a Siamese kitten without fear.
Meat and meat products. Thaw uncooked raw beef before feeding with boiling water. At least 30 g per day should be given to a two-month-old kitten. Boiled chicken breast can be fed to your pet every day.
Offal (lungs, kidneys, heart, liver). It can be given only in boiled or frozen form. Remember: the liver is able to change the coat color of white individuals to yellowish, so its amount should be limited.
Give chicken yolk raw or boiled no more than twice a week.
Quail eggs are best served raw, along with protein.
Milk and dairy products. Siamese kittens are very fond of liquid cereals in milk. 3-4 times a week, give kefir, cottage cheese, which can be mixed with sour cream or yolk.
Care
Since Siamese cats belong to the breeds of short-haired, grooming is quite simple. Bathing kittens should be necessary, for example, if fleas have appeared. Once a week, both kittens and an adult cat need to be combed and clipped. The kid should be accustomed to this from the moment he appears in your house.
Install or nail a claw point to the wall. These kids are very energetic, like to climb onto the closets. Do not let the kitten play with small and shiny objects: caps, tinsel, buttons, tinsel. The baby should have their own toys.
What to name a kitten?
We hope you will agree with us that the traditional and familiar nicknames (Kotya, Pusha, Kotofey, Murzik or Vaska) do not correspond to such beauties as Siamese kittens. Boys of this breed are often called:
- Irbis.
- Kaiser.
- Marion.
- Nick.
- Tom.
For cats, names such as:
- Buffy.
- Daisy
- Lana.
- Gina.
- Sophie.
Owner reviews
Although the breedβs characterization defines this animal as jealous and vengeful, the owners do not agree with this definition. They believe that their pets are friendly and affectionate cats. Many note that they are very clean, kittens surprisingly quickly get used to the tray. They are not picky about food; caring for them is simple.