Burmese cat is known for his loving and affectionate character. She gets perfectly with young children because of his playful and gentle nature. These beautiful, blue-eyed creatures are recognized as extremely oriented person. They are often called "human cats" for the fact that they quickly find mutual understanding with people. Such cats love to communicate with their owners, especially when they are stroked in beautiful, fluffy and shiny wool.
Origin
Burmese cats who have once considered saints are truly the royal breed. Burmese sacred cat is known primarily from legends. As legend says, in the Burma Monastery, these cats have always accompanied monks. Animals had white fur and yellow eyes.
The First Priest Moon Ha had a cat named Sinzh. When the enemies attacked the temple, he was killed along with many other monks. The distraught cat jumped into the body of his owner and suddenly changed his fur to the darker. And the eyes of yellow turned into blue, and became similar to the eyes of the goddess, which worshiped in the temple. The next day, all cats looked like a sin. It was believed that the goddess helped the monks to repel the attack and save the temple.
This is what legend says. However, the reason for the content of cats in the temple was a little prose. Their task was to be controlled by rodents.
Although this legend is somewhat associated with a documented history, the main goal of its proclamation was to exhibit this breed of cats, for their subsequent sale.
The first European pair of Burmese cats actually arrived from Burma. They were sent in 1919 on the ship to France. The recognition of the breed took place in France in 1925, where the cat of this breed was first shown at the exhibition. In the 1950s, the name "Burmese cat" was changed to the "Holy Cat from Burma".
Description
Burmese cat is an animal of medium size, with a weight of 3-6 kg (males larger than females). The head has a triangle shape, and the forehead is slightly convex. Eyes big, round, blue. Medium sized nose, slightly concave. The ears are not too low are planted, quite small and covered with wool beams. The tail of medium length. Cats are native, somewhat elongated, muscular and strong. Wool with a small amount of undercoat, half-hearted and silky, pleasant to the touch. Consider some other features
- Colour . There may be multicolored marks on the head (part of the face, ears), limbs and tail. The rest of the body is the colors of the egg shell. White "gloves" are characterized on the front paws and spurs on the hind limbs - necessarily symmetrical.
- Activity Balanced, something average between the British cat and the Sphinx.
- Life expectancy - from 15 to 18 years.
- There are short-haired and long-haired species Burmese cats.
Burmese breed breeding was stopped by the Second World War, and 1955 brought an increase in the number of Burmese cats. In the United States and Europe, the cats with classic color wool were mainly divorced. New colors were presented in England. Cats had chocolate pink and lilac shades. More than the years brought additional color combinations, such as cream and red colors.
Burmese cat is a rather rare breed. Therefore, getting the perfect cat of this type with symmetrical visual signs, such as "gloves" and "spurs", rather problematic. Due to the characteristic color, on which the greatest restriction of breed standards is distributed, the breeding of the Burmese cat is not the easiest thing.
Females are very good mothers and on average 2-4 kittens give birth. Kittens are born completely white, and their true coloring can manifest itself only in two days, and sometimes even in two weeks.
The initial training of these animals is simple, because this four-legged friend is distinguished by a calm and friendly character and exceptional mind. The cat feels very well surrounded by many people and animals, but most of all she likes representatives of their own breed. It makes breeding much easier.
The modern Burmese cat was formed as part of tribal programs with the participation of Siamese and Persian species, as well as European short-haired representatives of the Feline family. Over time, it turned out that most European lines firmly intertwined with each other, which affected the general form of cats.
Character features
Although each kitten is inherent in its temperament, you can observe a lot of common features characteristic of all representatives of the breed. Sociability and attachment to the owner are harmonized with self-control and restraint in relation to strangers. These cats are not too active, but not very lazy. They may require cat affection when they ignore them too long. But they do it tactfully - a soft, melodic and pleasant voice for the human ear.
They also use this voice to inform the owner all that they consider important.
Kittens quickly learn and manifest tremendous creativity in finding new games. Mind and curiosity to the world around the world, as well as loneliness and boredom lead to the fact that they willingly accept the company of other animals. But preferably representatives of their species, with the same gentle and conflictial nature. They love family life, can live with all family members and willingly participate in their daily activities.
In the family of Burmese cats, you can observe a tendency to create "gatherings" when cats are sitting in a circle and silently look at each other for a few seconds or minutes, as if reflecting. None of the representatives of other "races" is invited to such a meeting.
The nature of the Burmese cat is manifested primarily in great kindness to people and very friendly moral. These cats are smart and sociable, will not be overly obsessive. They quickly and long tied to people, but choose one, special family member. Burmese cats definitely need people, as loneliness is poorly tolerant.
They feel even better among a large group of people, so ideal for families with several children. In addition, they patiently carry wearing on their hands and all caress, which generously award their kids. At the same time, the child should be explained that The cat is not a toy, but a living creature, which also needs its place. With proper behavior, a cat and a child can become best friends.
The nature of the Burmese cat can be described as a mixture of quiet Persian Persian with the cheerfulness of the Siamese representative - it is rather a quiet cat with a melodious voice, but very curious and requiring entertainment.
You must provide him with a lot of shelters, places for sharpening claws and observation points. For this pet, it is as important as the time spent with a person and a large amount of caress.
These cats are really homely, and feel good even in a small apartment.
Sacred Burmese cats distinguishes attachment to man. They are ready to create a deep connection with their guardian. And in the game, and in food these cats retain a large delicacy and impeccable grace. It seems that they know about their mystical origin from the ancestors. The Burmese cat is extremely polite and calm, but it should be not only a home talisman, but first of all a family member. He participates in your life. And whenever you need it, he turns out to be next to you.
Burman matures earlier than most long-haired cats. Representatives of the male sex of this breed are famous for their temperament, and females are wonderful mothers. Holy Burmese cats are characterized by activity and physical health. At the same time quite stress resistant. They have a strong character.
Some experts say that Burma is an absolutely quiet cat. In fact, Birmana is a chatter, and every need, dissatisfaction, joy or even a campaign to the toilet commented by a wide range of sounds - from a gentle grumble to a loud purr or persistent meowukanya.
Types of color
The Burmese breed is obliged by its appearance to cross the Siamese and Persian cats, which began in France in the 1920s, so it is not surprising that their character and appearance differ from other cats.
Burmese coloring refers to the most stringent, but not the only standards of the breed. In the end, not every cat with white paws and long fur - Burmese. The tail in cats of this breed is very magnificent and fluffy. Their sapphire-blue, round eyes are especially noteworthy. Fur half and silky to the touch. However, unlike the Persians, they have a little undercoat.
Polunny fur for most of the white. Dark color is manifested only on face, ears, paws and tail. This designation is called "Point". Due to genetic conditions, any possible coloring can manifest as "point color". The most common colors of these animals can still include black, redhead and their shades.
The rainbow palette of the color varieties of this breed will undoubtedly satisfy even the most demanding people. If the saint Burmese cat was mostly white, then we can now choose from twenty-two officially recognized species (and several experimental new products). Of course, all kittens are born in bright color, but after a few days of life begin to change. First darken ears, nose and tail. Then the color change gradually spreads to the tops of the paw and the muzzle, creating a certain mask.
The process of changing the color ends on the third year of the life of the animal.
Basic Color Options:
- Color beige or cream with chocolate tint stains;
- Background of color Ivory with dark spots;
- Bluewood with white tump and blue marks;
- White background with lilac color stains.
In addition, kittens may also have a color of the turtle shell. Particularly interesting, the tonality of the gray-blue couple with an apricot, a combination of gray and lilac, chocolate and lightweight rims are observed.
Scientists examined the reason for the discoloration of fur in Burmese cats. For this, mutation is responsible, which leads to the weakening of the Tyrosinase function - the enzyme involved in the development of melanin, which causes partial albinism. Snow white paws (so-called spurs), characteristic of this breed, were also explained in 2009 with genetic changes.
How to choose?
Before you begin the choice of a kitten, you should decide on its floor. Burmese cats are quite playful, affectionate, creative and fluffy. Minus - they are very loud when they want to mate, and we will sweep the territory with a specific smell. If you do not plan to breed cats, then castration will be the best way out.
Cats are more independent and wise, moderately playful. The minus is the inadequacy of behavior in the period of flow. If a female is not afraid of the cat for a few years, there may be violations of her health. Many problems can also be avoided by sterilization.
Prices for kittens of this breed vary from 10 to 50 thousand rubles. It happens that kittens are sold much cheaper. Of course, documents and guarantees in this case are not provided. And here you can please in the hands of a fraudster who can have a fluffy baby having a Siamese color, for the expensive sacred Burmese. Do not let yourself be fascinated by advertising "Burmese cats without a pedigree, cheap sale."
Very often you can add a person similar to Birmanz. Therefore, consider signs of the truth breed of the Sacred Burmese Cat, described above.
You must also think about temporary limitations. Burmese is relatively easy to maintain, but it is important to spend time with him regularly. It is good for the well-being of the animal and perfectly strengthens your connection. Cat will also need to be stimulated while you will not be at home. You can consider take two cats if they spend a lot of time without you. Thanks to this, kittens will be mentally and physically active, together will have fun, climb, hugging and the like.
In addition, keep in mind that It is better to take cats from professional breeders who, working with registered nurseries, guarantee the thoroughbred origin of their cats. Animals from well-known breeders are checked for genetic diseases. Professionals will be happy to discuss your choice and help you decide which breed will be the most appropriate. You can visit and see cats before picking them up home.
If you do not have the opportunity to buy a cat from a certified nursery, then carefully examine the animal before purchasing. A healthy Burmese kitten should be active, playful, with clear eyes, clean ears and shiny thick wool. When discharge from the eye or ears, give up this individual. It is also necessary to ask the owner about the presence of a veterinary passport and vaccinations. Specify what the baby fed to eat at home does not occur with the stomach problems.
How to name?
In search of a name for a new family member, we take into account the variety of criteria. Some analyzes the external features of the animal. Other draws inspiration in favorite films and books. Third choose the name randomly. But few people think about the preferences of the cat.
According to experts, not for each cat is the same pleasantly sounds "good" name. Some words sound in feline ears are much better than others. According to this theory, if we want our animal to respond to a team without any problems, we must take into account several important factors when choosing.
What seems to us beautiful and original, it does not necessarily work in everyday life. If your cat, despite repeated repetition, it seems "deaf" when the sound of your name, it does not always mean that she deliberately ignores you. It is possible that this word does not sound quite clearly in her ears to make react.
Feline ears are focused on capturing high sounds. They hear them much better than low tones, because most of the victims of cats are birds and rodents. And the latter communicate at high frequencies that we, people, often do not hear. This means that the name ends with a low tone (for example, Lancelot) will be perceived by a cat much less than a sound containing higher frequencies (for example, Pixie). And that is not all. Feline ears are also sensitive to hissing and rustle.
Such names like a gun have a brighter animal reaction, except, of course, situations in which the cat simply does not want to answer the call.
In addition, experts suggest that cats are easier to learn longer names that have 3-4 syllables. You can consider other factors prompting successful names.
- Depending on behavior. A gentle cat can be called caress or purr, and a lover sleep - Sonya.
- From the color. Depending on it, the cats can be called a smoke, snow, peach.
- From what kind of profession or hobby has a master. The programmer can call a pet with a mouse or clab. Tennis lover - a rocket or a ball.
- On film characters or cartoons Cats can be called moon, tax, baagiro, Matilda.
Popular Names for Girls:
- Musya;
- Asya;
- Bagira;
- Burma;
- Sonya;
- Bow;
- Nyusha;
- Simka;
- Jesse;
- Eve;
- Haze;
- Masyanya;
- Cleo;
- Adele;
- Roxy;
- Athena;
- Martha;
- Alpha;
- Mayan;
- Sherry;
- Fenechka;
- Linda.
Boys:
- Kuzya;
- Barsik;
- Peach;
- Alex;
- Varnishes;
- Tikhon;
- Felix;
- Bax;
- Zeus;
- Smoke;
- Timon;
- Volume;
- Simba;
- Marquis;
- Simon;
- Coconut;
- Garfield;
- Tyson;
- Oscar;
- Mars;
- Loki;
- Casper;
- ALP;
- Ice;
- Caesar;
- Semyon;
- Leon;
- Marseilles;
- Kai;
- Afonya;
- Richard;
- Watson;
- Jackie;
- Ricky.
Content
Burmese cat is a beautiful, aristocratic animal with wonderful wool and unusual eyes, which is a true rarity among feline breeds. This is a very undemanding cat in terms of care, with a gentle and peaceful character. However, it should be remembered that due to the low undercoat, low temperatures for such animals are uncomfortable - this is a typical homemade cat. Do not forget that Burmese cats suffer greatly from loneliness. They can be very upset from lonely living in an empty apartment.
Therefore, it is worth thinking several times before choosing this breed.
Nutrition
In the diet of the Burmese cats, the most important point is feeding with wet food, although cats are not very demanding of food. It will be needed to provide them with the necessary amount of nutrients to maintain the body in good condition. So that cat wool is well maintained, it is necessary to use vitamins that feed the skin and, accordingly, provide a healthy, beautiful and brilliant fur.
Scientific research confirmed that Cats prefer food corresponding to their original food - rodents. The average "victim" of cats usually consists of 50-60% protein, 20-30% fat and 5-8% of carbohydrates. Therefore, it is not surprising that meat should be in the first place in the list of feed ingredients. Legislative provisions require the placement of the list of ingredients on packaging labels and sorting them in accordance with the amount in the product. Therefore, you can navigate the label.
Burmese prefer delicious food. For them, the quality of food is more important than the quantity. The priority for these cats is to obtain natural meat food. They gladly consume chicken, turkey or beef. Some cats love fish. It is undesirable to give them fatty meat and food with salt content. Such food can adversely affect the kidneys and the liver.
Giving a Burmese cat food "from the table" is contraindicated. Also in its diet should not be acute and smoked food. You can mix natural food with high-quality feed. Cheap feed can cause damage to the operation of the gastrointestinal tract.
In the kittens menu, it is possible to include a bit of low-fat chicken or beef minor and fermented chicken products. Kids give food 4-5 times a day. Portions - no more than 150. Elderly foods are given twice a day, in the amount of no more than 250 g.
In general, the Burmese cat has no special nutritional requirements. Like other cats, it should be provided with a balanced diet adapted to the needs of the animal. It is also worth giving them drugs to alleviate digestion.
Hygiene
As for the hygiene of the pet, then several important nuances should be considered here.
- Burmese cat is undemanding and easy to care. Sacred Burmese require regular combing so that the hair is not formed. Bathing is also desirable. Long fur with a small amount of undercoat does not have a strong tendency to be confused. Just clean it with a metal scraper once or twice a week. However, during the period of intense mole, the regular combing of dead hair will undoubtedly facilitate life as a cat and the owner, having reduced the amount of wool remaining on the carpet.
- Pollution of the eyes or ears is removed if necessary (which happens infrequently). It is very important to clean your eyes, because, like in Persian cats, the Burmese has short tear ductures.
- Pay more attention to the care of the oral cavity, especially in the elderly cats, which, as a rule, have a dental stone. Special edible toothpaste works best because it does not require a brush that does not like cats.
- Do not forget to periodically cut claws.
Possible diseases
The health of the Burmese cats should not deliver a lot of problems. Most of them live in good health for many years. The Burmese Cat is considered a healthy and resistant representative of these pets. The best prevention of diseases is an adequate healthy nutrition. The basis should be a full-fledged diet - wet meat food with a rich content of proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
The diet adapted to the needs of the breed, helps the cat to maintain good health and physical shape.
Unfortunately, proper nutrition can not always prevent some diseases.
- Eye illness. Burmese cats often concern their eyes. Inflammation and addiction to squint is a common phenomenon.
- Cyst. Another threat - cysts who are usually found in the ovaries and testicles, less often - around the head.
- Neurological diseases. One of them is spongy degeneration. Causes a violation of coordination, and even paralysis.
- Tumors. The emergence of a benign tumor on the cornea is a dermoid of the cornea. Operator tumor.
- Hypimetication . A frequent disease in this breed is hypomatylation. To reduce the prevalence of this disease, it is necessary to impede the challenge of patients with animals. The intercellular bond is broken by the damaged gene, which leads to heavy supplies. The symptoms of this disease near the Burmese cat may appear already at 3 week of her life. These include motor disorders and temporary tremor. The disease can lead to a loss of hearing or reduce the life expectancy.
Although in some cases these symptoms can disappear over time.
- Genetic diseases. Are the most frequent causes of cardiomyopathy. British scientists studies in 2017 have shown that cardiomyopathy affects about 10% of Burmese cats. The most common is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, which suffers from almost 7% of this breed.
The emergence of genetic diseases reminds us how important the selection selection and thoughtful pairing of animals is. Breeders who care about the well-being of their animals invest in additional genetic tests and are not shy to exclude patients with individuals from breeding. For the future owner, this means one thing - to trust only professional breeders who can provide complete medical documentation for the animal and the results of any possible genetic tests.
People who seek to increase breeding and profits, invest in high-quality feed, the necessary research and good content of their animals. They also take care of the duration of the period during which kittens should remain with their mother. This time is extremely important for the right development, physical and mental health of the kitten, because he studies everything that is important for long and balanced life.
Ownership reviews
Most reviews about Burmese cats are positive. Consider what exactly the owners are celebrated on the forums..
- Exotic Burmese sacred beauty with a wonderful fur will be proud of any home. In addition, she is a devoted and faithful friend.
- A kitten, accustomed from an early age to the game with children, will be friendly and kind to them. I like the animal when family members tend to surround him with tenderness and devote him his time.
- Burmese cat, thanks to its inherent softness, will become the perfect companion for children.
- Burmese cats are very tied to their owner, and each parting is very painful for them. Have this in mind when planning a longer trip. An animal need constant contact with man. Therefore, this breed is not suitable for people who spend most of the day outside the house.
- Sometimes they are wary of strangers, but they get well with other cats.
- It is worth making a choice in favor of this cat also due to the fact that it has good health. Diseases are rare, although, of course, there are. Therefore, to acquire a kitten it is advisable to choose a special nursery, where they are bred purebred, proven and healthy Burmese cats.
If you judge the reviews, then the only drawback of these cats is the presence of rather long wool. However, this problem is easily solved with periodic combing.
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