Siamese cats have an unusual color, aristocratic build and beautiful blue eyes. They are intelligent and goal-oriented cats that easily learn all useful skills. Siamese cats are easy to care for, as they don't need to be brushed or bathed often. An important point is the inspection and cleaning of the ears, eyes, and paraanal glands. It is recommended to regularly give Siamese medicine for worms, external parasites.
How to take care of a Siamese kitten?
Siamese cat is one of the most ancient breeds. It appeared in the centuries on the territory of modern Thailand, which at that time was called Siam. This animal with a very distinctive appearance: the flexible long body, covered with white fur, and a sharp muzzle, painted in dark color.
This cat is of medium, closer to miniature, size. The weight of the male cat rarely exceeds 5 to 5.5 kilograms, while females may weigh not more than two kilograms at all. These animals are extremely active and agile, they love games and communicating with their owner.
If you have decided to take a Siamese cat home, prepare to spend a lot of time with it. She is extremely talkative, and some of them have a loud, sometimes even harsh voice.
Also, do not expect from it a phlegmatic attitude to life and the ability to find her own things to do all day long. Siamese kittens need a lot of attention: they need to play with them all the time, otherwise they may become bored or even depressed.
Get toys for the kitten, as well as a place for him to live and a scratching post. In addition, remember that Siamese cats are jealous and not always friendly not only to their own kind, but also to other animals in the same territory with them.
Siamese kittens care
In general, the care of a Siamese kitten is not difficult, it is only important to remember some of the features of the breed. Siamese kittens are short-haired, so taking care of their coats won't be too much trouble. However, during moulting periods it is better to comb the cat several times a week.
A short coat has a disadvantage: such cats are extremely heat-loving, so make sure that the animal has a warm place away from draughts, air conditioners and other sources of cold.
Another important feature of the breed is early development. In some cats, the first heat starts at 5-6 months of life. If you are not going to breed Siamese cats, take care to have them spayed. Consult your veterinarian about the appropriate age for surgery.
Although Siamese cats are considered to be long-livers, they have some peculiarities: animals may be predisposed to diseases of the system, so their diet should be rich in some amino acids, necessary to maintain the tone of the heart muscle. And, of course, it is important to show your pet to a veterinarian regularly to detect the development of various diseases in time.
Siamese cat care
Siamese cats have an unusual color, aristocratic complex and beautiful blue eyes. They are intelligent and goal-oriented cats that easily learn all useful skills. Siamese cats are easy to care for, as they don't need to be brushed or bathed often. An important point is the inspection and cleaning of the ears, eyes, and paraanal glands. It is recommended to regularly give Siamese a medicine for worms, external parasites.
Siamese cats have an unusual color and eye color, elongated slender body and long paws. Pets of this breed are very intelligent and contactable, happy to "talk" with people. Quickly become attached to the owner and require attention. Choosing one owner may even be jealous of other family members or pets. Very fond of hunting, playing active games. Stubborn and determined, trying to achieve what they want, meowing shrilly. Easily learn household and service commands. Siamese cats require little time and effort for care, because there is no need to comb and bathe often.
Advantages of Siamese cats
- Activity, playfulness and sociability.
- Well-developed mind.
- They like children, happy to play with them and meekly tolerate their pampering.
- Subject to training, but only through praise and encouragement.
- Do not require complex, frequent care.
- Can live up to 20 years.
- They are distinguished by good health and low susceptibility to genetic diseases.
- Clean and hygienic.
- Endurance.
- Can accompany the owner on walks.
- Undemanding in food, but require high-quality food.
- Moulting is weak.
- Characterized by loyalty to the owner.
- Can be jealous of the owner.
- Not very pleasant, loud voice.
- Demand a lot of attention, do not tolerate indifference, and can become annoying in the absence of attention.
- Excessively trusting.
- May show aggression toward strangers.
- Independent and willful.
- Do not tolerate disrespectful or rude treatment, which in response, may be offended and refuse to go to the litter box, etc.
- Bad tolerate the cold.
In order for a cat to be healthy, active and beautiful, you need to make it a proper diet. Independently it is very difficult to choose the optimal balance of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, so it's better to choose ready-made food from well-known Russian and foreign manufacturers with a high content of meat, fish or by-products. The cost of ready-made food is comparable to the price of natural products.
How to Care for a Siamese Cat
Siamese cat is one of the most famous breeds, popular all over the world. About its character, peculiarities of care and education – in the article of RIA Novosti. RIA Novosti, 08.09.2021
MOSCOW, December 14 – RIA Novosti. The Siamese cat is one of the most famous breeds, popular around the world. The description of the breed and appearance of the Siamese cat is characterized by a flexible, slender, long but muscular body. It has an average size, and the weight ranges from 2.5 to 6 kilograms. A distinctive feature of the Siamese cat is considered an unusual color, in which the body is light, and the muzzle, tail, paws and ears are dark brown, and sometimes black. Chocolate, bluish-gray, cream, pink-brown shades of hair are allowed. It, in turn, is short, shiny, with a fine texture, without dense undercoat. Because of this feature breed causes less allergies. It is noteworthy that Siamese kittens are born white and only at the age of 6-10 months acquire a characteristic appearance. The Siamese cat's paws are graceful and slender, with the hind being longer than the front. The animal has large triangular ears and expressive blue almond-shaped eyes. Now on the territory of Russia this breed is actively bred. To buy a Siamese kitten, you should contact one of the proven catteries. The reputation of the institution can be judged, in particular, by reviews on the Internet. Depending on the characteristics of a Siamese cat kitten, the price can range from 3 thousand to 30 thousand rubles.History of OriginIt is known that the Siamese cat first appeared in Thailand, which until the middle of the last century was called Siam. According to some researchers, the breed originated in the ancient city of Ayuda. On the territory of the country, the cat was considered sacred, endowed with "great power" and lived in temples. Only members of the royal family were allowed to keep it, and it was strictly forbidden for ordinary mortals to own or take it out of the country. This is why the rest of the world did not learn about it until 1872, when the Siamese cat was presented at an exhibition in London. In 1884 the British Consul Owen Hood managed to get two more kittens of that kind. Soon the standard of this breed was created and the first club of cat lovers. It is known that Siamese cats were the pets of U.S. presidents Rutherford and Carter. Also, this breed is popular with creative personalities. The owners of Siamese were the leader of The Beatles John Lennon, actress Vivien Leigh, who played in "Gone with the Wind", and also writer Anthony Burgess, author of "A Clockwork Orange".Siamese cat picturesThere is an opinion that the Siamese cat is a vengeful, angry, aggressive and extremely unruly animal, but many experts do not agree with such point of view. He can be really willful and stubborn, he needs respect, love and care. The peculiarity of this breed is a skilful use of the vocal cords: by changing the tone of sound, Siamese cats can express different feelings – sympathy, anxiety or anxiety. Such a cat needs a lot of communication, which should not be limited to active games. In addition, the Siamese cat is sensitive to human behavior. It can be offended by a rude tone or dissatisfaction of the owner, so it is not recommended to raise your voice or scold the animal without reason. It treats its owner with love, quickly becomes attached to him, cuddles and almost follows him on his heels, so it does not tolerate loneliness. The animal should not be given to people who can't give it proper attention, as well as to those who already have cats, because Siamese may not get accustomed to other furry inhabitants.Siamese pets get on well with children, but only on the condition that the child doesn't treat them like a plush toy – he doesn't drag them by the tail, torture them or beat them. If this happens, there is a high probability that the animal will be aggressive. Also, the breed is active and of high intelligence, which helps it to understand its master quite well. In general, the Siamese cat character is reserved, but affectionate. Care and maintenanceThanks to the short hair, Siamese cats are quite easy to care for. You only need to comb them once a week, periodically trim the claws, without affecting the living tissue. Frequent water procedures should be excluded, because the Siamese breed itself is very clean. Walking your cat outside is allowed, but only with a harness. It is important to monitor the health of the Siamese cat's eyes and ears, as well as to brush its teeth because it is prone to dental problems. Regular visits to the veterinarian are necessary to prevent disease. Training and training Due to their natural cleverness and intelligence, Siamese cats are very quick to train. The first thing you should teach your kitten is to use the litter box. As the baby grows, you can show some commands, such as "Sit!", "Give me a paw!" and so on. During training, it is forbidden to use physical force, force the pet to do something against its will, shout and swear. It is important to be patient, because Siamese cats can be stubborn. You should encourage them with a treat or affection for a successfully completed command. The duration of training should not exceed 15 minutes. Health and diseases Lifespan with proper care and nutrition ranges from 12-20 years. Despite good immunity, Siamese cat breed is prone to some diseases. Among them, we can distinguish asthma and other respiratory diseases, amyloidosis and congenital defects of the cardiovascular system. Siamese cats can also develop tartar, gingivitis, and obesity. Lifestyle and nutritionThe pet needs a complete, balanced diet to stay healthy, so many breeders recommend using only premium dry food. Adult cats should be given two to three meals a day, while Siamese kittens need three to six meals a day, depending on their age. It is important to keep in mind that the breed does not like to change their diet, so it is better not to change the food.When choosing a natural diet for a Siamese cat, it is important to keep a balance of vitamins and minerals. The animal should not be given unhealthy foods: sweets, smoked foods, salty, spicy and spicy foods.Breeding It is believed that the Siamese cat begins to mature physically from the age of nine months, and the ability to reproduce appears after ten months. Despite this, it should only be mated when the animal is one and a half or two years old. During the first heat, it is strictly forbidden.
Siamese
Siamese (Thai) cats are active, loving attention and contact with people. They are very intelligent and "talkative". Pets of this breed have well-developed hunting instincts. Loyal to the owner, affectionate, but require attention to themselves (too busy people this breed is not very suitable). Opinions that Siamese cats are vicious and vindictive are just myths.
The first mention of Siamese cats appeared in the 16th century. Smooth-haired cats with bright blue eyes were called "moon diamonds" by the natives. Such pets were revered as relics and were only allowed to be kept by monks and royalty. Cats of this breed were brought to Europe in 1884 when the King of Thailand presented two kittens to the British Consul.
Becoming attached to one owner, the Siamese cat can become jealous of other pets as well as other family members. Smart and cunning animals that are easy to train. Have a shrill voice that they use to get what they want. With their long paws, they can learn to open bags, drawers, and cabinets to get what they want.
One of the important positive habits of the Siamese cat is cleanliness. The cat needs to organize its own cozy space, in which the pets will feel like in a shelter. It is desirable to place the cot on a certain elevation, as cats of this breed love to watch everything that is going on. An important condition is to equip a sleeping place for the cat in a warm, dry place, because the constant dampness and humidity can cause bronchial problems for the cat.
Features of Siamese cats
Siamese cats are independent and highly intelligent, ideal as companion cats. When keeping a cat of this breed in an apartment or a private house, you should remember that the cat values respect and attention most of all, so under no circumstances should you beat or shout at it. Siamese cats do not require any special comfort, the main thing for them is the attention of the person whom they have chosen as an owner (it does not necessarily have to be the one who bought the cat and feeds it).
To feed a Siamese cat, you can choose natural products or ready-made food. Dry food or canned food for adult cats contains an optimal amount of animal and vegetable proteins, fats and carbohydrates, vitamin complexes, necessary microelements. The choice of ready-to-eat food is based on the age and weight of the pet. All-purpose foods with poultry, rabbit, lamb, veal and beef are suitable for Siamese. Canned seafood or by-products should be given 1-2 times a week.
The daily feeding rate is determined by the weight of your pet. The number of feedings for a cat from 1 to 7 years of age is 2 times a day, morning and evening.
Siamese kittens should be accustomed to the litter box from the moment they arrive at their new home. Kittens from 3 months of age can also be accustomed to natural food or kitten food. If you chose ready-made foods, give kittens from 3 to 7 months of age canned food, and after 6-7 months, accustom them to dry food. Do not combine dry and wet food in one feeding, you should give them at different times. The number of times you feed kittens depends on their age: at 3-4 months they are fed 4-5 times, at 5-7 months – 3-4 times, by 12 months you need to go on two meals a day.
Care and maintenance of a Siamese kitten does not require constant combing of hair. Vaccinations, regular worming, control of ectoparasites are obligatory.
Cat fur has no undercoat, so too often it is not necessary to comb it out. Once a week combing the Siamese cat's fur is enough. Also a light massage will be useful for the cat. Haircuts for Siamese cats are not necessary. You can walk the cat once a month or once a week, depending on the cat's preferences. Cats of this breed are comfortable with walking ammunition.
Nutrition
Siamese are extremely mobile creatures, so it is important for them to have a balanced diet that will not lead to weight gain.
If you take such a cat as a kitten, you can feed the animal with the Kitten product up to a year. It is universal for most breeds, promotes harmonious growth and development of the animal, as well as easy to digest.
But after one year of age it is better to transfer the cat to a special food – Siamese Adult. Its croquettes are designed taking into account the Siamese cat's jaw structure, and the set of microelements supports the ideal weight of the animal and health of the coat.
With the right care for a Siamese kitten you will get an ideal cat, because this breed is not only agile until old age, but also very smart. Siamese kitten easily understands simple training, and quickly learns simple tricks during games.
Spend more time with your cat, take him to the doctor regularly, and choose only special food for him, and he will live a long and happy life next to you.
Siamese cat socialization
Contrary to very widespread opinion, Siamese cats are not able to be quietly and absolutely painlessly stay alone, and therefore, the Siamese cats belong to the category of social animals that need to communicate with their congeners and owners. A clear lack of attention results in stress. In this case, the Siamese becomes nervous or fearful, according to some reports, even aggressive.
This is interesting! In the first couple of weeks of life or in the neonatal period of kitten's development, the level of social activity of the animal is minimal, but even at this time, communication with humans becomes very important.
The highest expression of an animal's ability to socialize is living under the same roof as humans. However, even pets with antisocial behavior, aggressive and disobedient with no desire to socialize or learn, often lend themselves to quite successful correction. The patience of the owner makes it possible to compensate for almost any shortcomings in the development of the animal. It should be noted that the process of mental formation of the kitten begins even during intrauterine development, so it is advisable to buy the animal only from proven breeders.
During the late socialization period, which lasts from nine weeks to four months of age, kittens enter the stage of active social play and competition for status in the home. This is the best time to start learning the most basic commands as well as order. Systematic training makes it fairly easy to identify the individual, mental and mental characteristics of a Siamese kitten.
Nevertheless, for the most successful training, it is required to identify what type of activity the pet has a special liking for, and then strictly adhere to the pet's preferences. In this case, the end of the teenage period is characterized by the formation of the correct sexual behavior of the pet.
Intelligence, learning skills
Owners of Siamese cats often complain about inadequate behavior of their pets, but such problems arise from non-compliance with the rules of education and as a result of persistent formation of bad habits. The behavioral peculiarities of such a breed are largely determined not only by its basic congenital characteristics, but also by competent upbringing.
It is necessary to train the pet to the right way of life from an early age. Throughout their lives, Siamese cats usually do not change their habits, so the timely inoculation to certain rules and routines helps to minimize the risk of problems.
Important! Even despite all their innate intelligence, Siamese cats are rather touchy animals, and this character trait will require special attention from the owner, because any unfair punishment is remembered by such a pet for a long time.
Siamese cats most of all resemble dogs in their habits, so they easily enough learn to overcome obstacles, as well as some commands, including "fetch", "give me a paw" and "sit". Siamese often show excessive "talkativeness", so expressing their requests in the process of training, they can "murmur" loudly.
Features of the diet
To maintain good health and full physical activity, Siamese cat must necessarily receive the most varied, high-quality food. It is necessary to take into account the fact that Siamese pets are very conservative in their food, so they don't react well to the change of diet and established food habits. Nevertheless, such an animal must be provided with a sufficient amount of proteins and fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, the ratio of which must be balanced.
It is especially important to provide the animal with protein food, which is responsible for fast growth processes and proper development of the whole body. Insufficient protein can provoke muscle atrophy, so meat and fish, poultry and eggs, liver and other by-products as well as dairy products should be present in the diet. Sources of vegetable protein are high-quality soy products and nutritional yeast. The greatest number of calories is characterized by carbohydrate and fatty foods, which can provoke the development of obesity in the pet, so it is important to limit the amount of bread, cereals and grains, as well as potatoes in the diet of the Siamese cat.
Many owners and breeders of Siamese cats prefer a variety of industrial foods, which are now available in a very rich range. Such ready-made diets are very convenient and easy to use, and are able to provide your pet with all the most important, necessary components for proper growth and development.
Important! All currently available wet cat foods are solely a supplement to the main diet and have only taste value.
Diseases, breed defects
The main symptomatology of diseases of the pet, which will require the immediate response of the owner of the Siamese cat, are represented:
- Coughing and sneezing;
- Diarrhea and vomiting;
- fever;
- rapid breathing or tachycardia;
- blood in the feces;
- Significant weight loss;
- rapid weight gain and obesity;
- loss of appetite;
- Profuse discharge from ears, eyes and nose;
- persistent, severe thirst;
- Incontinence of defecation or urine;
- wheezing in the chest area.
A large proportion of serious diseases can only be prevented by competent preventive procedures and systematic vaccination:
Diseases common to Siamese include strabismus, abnormalities of the respiratory system, as well as hereditary mental disorders and problems related to the vestibular system. That is why it is advisable to choose a kitten with the help of a competent specialist.
Among other things, a good breeder will honestly point out all the breed defects of the pet. Defects include white spots and malocclusion, as well as eye color other than blue or blue. Also considered defects are a bent or hooked tail, emaciated appearance, and significant departures from established standards.
Siamese Cat Cost
The price of a kitten depends on how successful its parents were at exhibitions and various competitions. The reputation of the cattery or breeder as well as the city where the kitten is supposed to be bought can also make a difference.
The average price for a kitten not planned to be shown at exhibitions is from 6 to 25,000 rubles. If you want to participate in such events, you will have to pay a higher price – from 27 to 35 000 rubles. A kitten for "breeding" can be bought for 50 000 rub.
Conclusions
1. Siamese cats originated from Thailand. In the past, this country was called Siam, hence the name of the breed.
2 These cats are jealous, freedom-loving, but at the same time very attached to humans. They need to pay a lot of attention and get used to the fact that they like to communicate in the literal sense of the word.
3. they are not suitable for you if you already have other pets or small children. After all, there has to be one star in the house – and that's a Siamese cat.
4. To take care of a Siamese beauty, you'll need both the standard set of cat items (litter box, filler, scratching post), as well as clothes, sunbed or lodgeAs these pets are not used to the cold.
5. Siamese should be fed food premium, super-premium and Holisticto keep him in excellent health.
6. They have good health, but can develop diseases such as amyloidosis, asthma, etc.
7. To choose a good Siamese cat, go to proven catteries or breeders.
