Burmese Breed
These plain or tortoiseshell-coated shorthair cats may not immediately look as 'pedigree' as their Siamese cousins, but their incredible has ensured a firm following among cat lovers.
They are not usually so vocal as the Siamese; while they do 'speak', they tend to be like well-behaved children and speak when they are spoken to and rarely initiate a conversation! They are great characters and will love their owners with an almost dog-like devotion; which can be taxing on your time.
Pros and Cons to the Burmese Breed
Plus Points
- Easy to groom and care for
- Very friendly and affectionate
- Playful and extrovert - even in old age
- Rarely faddy eaters
- Highly intelligent
- Want to be part of the family
- Usually get on well with children and other animals
- Very companionable
- Can be noisy (when calling)
- Can be bossy and want to be top cat (or dog!)
- Can be territorial towards other animals
- Do not like being in an 'over-catted' household
- Need a lot of human attention
- Can be destructive if left on their own
Minus Points