Burmese cat breed

Burmese

The Burmese is a short-haired breed with a distinctive solid coat, descended from a single cat (Wong Mau) brought from Burma to the US in 1930. Recognized for its dense, satin-textured coat and extremely people-oriented temperament.

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  • All Burmese trace back to a single 1930s ancestor named Wong Mau.
  • Their coat is famously described as 'silk wrapped around a brick'.
  • Tonkinese cats are half Burmese.
  • They often live to their late teens.
  • Burmese can be trained to walk on a harness.

⚡ Auf einen Blick

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Größe
Mittel
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Gewicht
8-12 lbs (3.5-5.5 kg)
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Lebenserwartung
15-18 years
Energielevel
Mittel
👶
Kinderfreundlich
Ja
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Wohnungstauglich
Ja

💖 Charakter & Verhalten

Highly social, intelligent, and dog-like in their attachment to people. Vocal but softer than a Siamese.

🍖 Futter & Leckerlis

Prone to weight gain; measure portions and prefer high-protein food.

⚠️ Allgemeine Informationen — bei besonderen Ernährungsbedürfnissen einen Tierarzt konsultieren.

🧶 Spiel & Aktivitäten

Lieblingsspiele und -aktivitäten:

  • Fetch
  • Puzzle feeders
  • Chase the wand
  • Hide and seek

Mentally stimulating play keeps them content; they get bored alone.

🏡 Lebensumgebung

Best in homes with companionship throughout the day; another pet helps.

✨ Wissenswertes

  • All Burmese trace back to a single 1930s ancestor named Wong Mau.
  • Their coat is famously described as 'silk wrapped around a brick'.
  • Tonkinese cats are half Burmese.
  • They often live to their late teens.
  • Burmese can be trained to walk on a harness.