How to decide whether to get a Siamese cat for a pet

A lot of people long for the comfort of a cat. Cats can be one of the best pets for your home. If you decide to own a cat today, Siamese cats are a good choice. It has a distinct oriental bloodline, which may have been rooted from Southeast Asia. Siamese cats are said to be descendants from the Siam temples where they are originally called “moon diamond”.

Quick facts on Siamese cats

Siamese kittens are born pure white or cream. As they begin to grow, on their first few months, you would notice visible colored spots on them. Siamese cats are generally cream in color but they originally come in blue, chocolate, and lilac.

The colored points on Siamese cats would later appear on their paws, ears, lower legs, tails, and muzzles. They have distinct blue, almond-shaped eyes. They are very muscular with a round head. They have long and slender body with huge, wedge-shaped ears.

On Siamese cats health

A Siamese cat can generally last for 15 to 20 years. There are no particular disease or health problems that Siamese cats are prone to. But it is recommended to have your pet checked regularly when he reached the age of eight.

Most Siamese cats may have teeth problems. Liver and kidney issues should also be something that you should look out for.

Feeding Siamese cats

Siamese cats are not sensitive animals and they have a pretty good appetite. Siamese cat breeders would recommend dry food. You can try commercial cat food or make something special for them. Supplements are not really needed as long as your cat maintains a balanced diet, unless recommended by your veterinarian.

Most cats eat a lot but they are less likely to be overweight. Once your cat reaches the age of 5 to 10, give them a low-calorie meal because they are prone to weight gain at this age.

Training Siamese cats

One of the first few things that you should do is to train your cat to use a cat litter. If you often observe your pet to scratch his nails, direct him to a scratch post or give him something where he can do his scratching. If your cat begins to destroy things, simply show him that you disapproved of it and he would realize that this is a bad thing to do.

If you bring your Siamese cat out, always put a harness and leash on him. If you enjoy traveling with your pet, then have with you a pet carry box for his utmost comfort.

Advantages of Siamese cats

•  Calm and affectionate

•  Intelligent

•  Animal-oriented

•  Lovable

•  Inquisitive

•  Friendly

•  Housebreak easily

•  Balanced activity level

Disadvantages of Siamese cats

•  Demands attention

•  Noisy

•  Too intelligent sometimes

Siamese cats enjoy the company of humans. They are very intelligent animals and are very curious and inquisitive. They always seem to talk to people and animals in a very affectionate way.

They have a calm temperament that makes them best as house pets. Children and woman seems to have a natural liking for Siamese cats. Siamese cats are more active in the day than they are at night. They have a fairly moderate activity level. They love to play ‘chase' with your toys and they can be just as happy when they sit on your lap for a nap.