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Description of a Burmese
CH Evita's Isabella Maria
Burmese are compact well-rounded cats with surprising weight for their size. They should always show excellent physical condition and never be obese. Some refer to them as bricks wrapped in silk. They have a silky close-lying coat that covers a muscular body. With their big beautiful gold eyes and sweet expression Burmese are comparable to no other cat.
Burmese colors
GP RW Traditional's Little Miss Echo
There are four colors of the American Burmese. The original, which is a rich brown, is called sable; a warm honey-beige called champagne; a medium grey called blue; and a pale dove-grey called platinum. The Burmese eyes are always gold regardless of the cat's color.
In recent years some new colors of Burmese have been introduced. These colors include red, cream, and tortie varieties. In most of the world these are still considered Burmese but in CFA they are grouped under a different breed called European Burmese. These cats have the same wonderful personality of the original four colors.
In recent years some new colors of Burmese have been introduced. These colors include red, cream, and tortie varieties. In most of the world these are still considered Burmese but in CFA they are grouped under a different breed called European Burmese. These cats have the same wonderful personality of the original four colors.
Burmese personality
Starburm's Coco Chanel of Evita
Burmese kittens can be very active and playful and remain playful even into adulthood. The typical Burmese cat wants to be around people. Burmese females tend to be princesses and the ruler of the house. With their beautiful big eyes and sassy personality, they will have you trained in no time. The males are true lap cats and have that laid-back personality. They both love to greet your guests at the door and follow you around the house to "help" you do your chores. Anything that includes you interacting with them, whether it is watching TV or doing the laundry, your Burmese will be there with you. Most Burmese have been known to fetch small favorite cat toys. Burmese also love other animals, whether it be another Burmese or even a dog. Burmese are great with children as well and most love to travel in the car if introduced to it at a young age.
Letters from owners
GC Evita's Tiamanth of Chin Hills
Thirteen ways to be a better cat owner
1. Spend more time with your cat - Just spending some quiet time before work, after work or midday, will make a big difference. Cats love to be talked to and made to feel important.
2. Groom - Most cats like to be groomed or brushed. - This also stimulates the skin and gets rid of dead hair. Regular grooming will also help keep your house cleaner from less shedding hair. Burmese do not shed that much in general but I like to use a comb called a FURminator which works great to pull out any of the lose hair that they may have. Make sure to follow the recommendations on the package so that you do not damage the hair by over using it.
3. Play - Play is good for both you and your cat! Most Burmese love to fetch and will do it for hours.
4. Understand your cat - Know his or her favorite type of play and their favorite time of day to play versus rest.
5. Feed a consistent quality diet - Use a high quality food with AAFCO approval formulation for your cats' life stage. Supplement with healthy treats only in moderation. I recommend feeding a quality brand such as Evo, AvoDerm, Wellness, Royal Canin, or Innova. Try to feed your cat some wet canned food at least once a day. Since cats do not always drink enough water, it is important to make sure they are receiving adequate amounts. The wet food also has more protein than dry food and lower carbs.
6. Supply plenty of fresh water at all times - Clean the water bowl once daily and make sure it is always full. The Drinkwell Pet Fountain is a water filter system that works great also. Avoid plastic bowls if possible, stainless steel and ceramic work the best.
7. Provide a comfortable place to sleep; your cat should always have a comfortable spot to sleep in. You may want to provide them with a plush cat bed.
8. Carefully choose toys for safety - Not just any toy will do. You really need to consider safety issues when choosing toys for your cat. For example, are there any parts that can be torn off and swallowed? Is it something he or she might "eat" thus causing a possible intestinal foreign body that could require surgery? Will it please your cat? Choose toys that cannot be chewed or swallowed. Small fur mice, round balls, or feather teasers are great interactive toys. Also, a laser pointer can be fun for both you and your cat!
9. Supervise - Always keep a watchful eye on your cat for dangerous or destructive behaviors.
10. Exercise - Daily exercise will keep your cat fit. Additional exercise can help with some behavior problems as well.
11. Don't let your cat get fat - Adjust food intake for body type, provide healthy treats, and exercise regularly to avoid extra weight gain. Halo makes a great low fat treat that cats love called Liv-a-littles.
12. Be observant - Monitor absolutely everything your cat does. For example, did he eat all his food today? Has he been drinking? Was his urine and bowel movement normal? Is his activity level the same? How does he look? Is his hair coat okay? If you pet him, do you feel any abnormal lumps? Have you seen any coughing or vomiting? Early recognition of symptoms can save your cats life.
13. Visit your veterinarian regularly - Be sure to maintain an appropriate schedule of wellness and recheck appointments. Your cat's needs may continue to change depending on their life stage or health conditions.
2. Groom - Most cats like to be groomed or brushed. - This also stimulates the skin and gets rid of dead hair. Regular grooming will also help keep your house cleaner from less shedding hair. Burmese do not shed that much in general but I like to use a comb called a FURminator which works great to pull out any of the lose hair that they may have. Make sure to follow the recommendations on the package so that you do not damage the hair by over using it.
3. Play - Play is good for both you and your cat! Most Burmese love to fetch and will do it for hours.
4. Understand your cat - Know his or her favorite type of play and their favorite time of day to play versus rest.
5. Feed a consistent quality diet - Use a high quality food with AAFCO approval formulation for your cats' life stage. Supplement with healthy treats only in moderation. I recommend feeding a quality brand such as Evo, AvoDerm, Wellness, Royal Canin, or Innova. Try to feed your cat some wet canned food at least once a day. Since cats do not always drink enough water, it is important to make sure they are receiving adequate amounts. The wet food also has more protein than dry food and lower carbs.
6. Supply plenty of fresh water at all times - Clean the water bowl once daily and make sure it is always full. The Drinkwell Pet Fountain is a water filter system that works great also. Avoid plastic bowls if possible, stainless steel and ceramic work the best.
7. Provide a comfortable place to sleep; your cat should always have a comfortable spot to sleep in. You may want to provide them with a plush cat bed.
8. Carefully choose toys for safety - Not just any toy will do. You really need to consider safety issues when choosing toys for your cat. For example, are there any parts that can be torn off and swallowed? Is it something he or she might "eat" thus causing a possible intestinal foreign body that could require surgery? Will it please your cat? Choose toys that cannot be chewed or swallowed. Small fur mice, round balls, or feather teasers are great interactive toys. Also, a laser pointer can be fun for both you and your cat!
9. Supervise - Always keep a watchful eye on your cat for dangerous or destructive behaviors.
10. Exercise - Daily exercise will keep your cat fit. Additional exercise can help with some behavior problems as well.
11. Don't let your cat get fat - Adjust food intake for body type, provide healthy treats, and exercise regularly to avoid extra weight gain. Halo makes a great low fat treat that cats love called Liv-a-littles.
12. Be observant - Monitor absolutely everything your cat does. For example, did he eat all his food today? Has he been drinking? Was his urine and bowel movement normal? Is his activity level the same? How does he look? Is his hair coat okay? If you pet him, do you feel any abnormal lumps? Have you seen any coughing or vomiting? Early recognition of symptoms can save your cats life.
13. Visit your veterinarian regularly - Be sure to maintain an appropriate schedule of wellness and recheck appointments. Your cat's needs may continue to change depending on their life stage or health conditions.
