Thai cat: blue-eyed miracle from the palaces of Siam

Description and appearance

Veterinarians note that the Himalayan color and mixed breed are not acceptable in a natural pet of this breed.

The Altai blue-eye has an average body size, weighing 4-6 kilograms. There is a specific breed standard, presented in table form:

Main characteristics of Thai breed cats

The Thai cat lives on average 14-15 years, but often lives up to 20. It is no coincidence that he is a long-livers. Animals weigh on average 4-8 kilograms and reach a height of 30 cm.

While the breed is considered open, that is, the standards are being revised. So a cat similar to a Thai cat may well be classified as a breed and allowed for breeding if there are documents signed by two experts.

The head of the Thai cat is rounded, with a well-defined muzzle, on which rounded cheeks are visible.

The eyes are sky-colored, slightly slanted. The richer the color, the higher the value of the animal.

The ears are slightly rounded, located at a large distance from each other.

The body is dense and muscular, the neck is short.

The tail is not too long, slightly pointed.

Since the cat was brought from warm regions, its coat is not short, thin and smooth without undercoat.

Usually the animal is white in color, and the muzzle of the paw and tail are dark. Dark spots on other areas may disqualify the animal. The main colors are seal point, blue point, chocolate point, red point, tortie point, tabby point, lilac point, cream point.

Thais are very smart and at the same time friendly animals. One of their advantages and at the same time disadvantages is curiosity. Sometimes it can end tragically, as animals, exploring the world, can climb onto a hot stove or jump out of a window.

Cats communicate very well with people and are ready to take part in all their affairs. If changes occur in the house, the cat immediately reacts to them and rushes to inform the owner.

Representatives of the Thai breed love to talk. In addition to purring and meowing, you can hear many different sounds from them. They quickly find a “common language” with adults and children. For kids, pets are even ready to act as nannies.

Character traits

The pet always gets along very well with the owner and takes into account his mood.
The Altai cat will immediately become a friend to the owners who accepted it into the family. She will not bother you over trifles, but she will definitely come to play with pleasure if she feels favored by the owners. This breed of cat loves small children, plays with them, and can lie down to rest next to a sleeping baby. These pets happily participate in outdoor games with kids. Blue-eyed cats are considered lovers of sleep. It is imperative to pay attention to how conversations are conducted with the animal, since they are very touchy by nature. This breed of cat needs personal space. They are uncomfortable, scared and uncomfortable on the street. The most suitable place to keep blue-eyes is an apartment. Animals are inquisitive, so they will always notice any changes in the decor of the house and will study new items for a long time. This also applies to new people in the room, guests, neighbors. A cat loves to be admired, talked to, and shown tenderness and care towards her.

Where did the Thai cat come from?

Thais are the distant ancestors of modern Siamese cats. There is no doubt that the breed is ancient. Depictions of Thai cats date back to the fourteenth century.

Manuscripts with pictures depicting cats very similar to Thai ones are kept in the National Library in Bangkok. It was believed that they protected people from evil spirits.

Thai cats could also protect people from rats and snakes. Thanks to the peculiarities of the skin of the Thais, they were not afraid of the bites of these animals. Therefore, Vichien Mae (as the locals called the animals) were highly valued in Siam and it was strictly forbidden to export them outside the country.

And yet, at the end of the nineteenth century, Thais appeared in Europe. For the first time, two amazing cats were presented to English diplomats by the King of Siam. High-ranking people really liked the cats.

Then the king of Siam presented the British with several dozen more amazing animals.

Later, breeders became interested in the Thais and bred the Siamese cat, but the Thai cat was practically forgotten. But there were lovers who renewed the breed. For the first time, the breed of Thai cats (they are also called Old Siamese) was described and registered by the World Cat Federation in the 90s of the last century.

Maintenance and care

It is easy to care for the coat of such animals; it is enough to thoroughly comb it weekly with a special brush. It is not recommended to bathe the blue-eye often - 1-2 times a month will be enough. Bathing is carried out using cat shampoo and conditioner, and then wipe the pet dry with a warm terry towel and do not let it out into drafts. Eyes and ears should be washed as they become dirty with cotton pads soaked in warm water, or the ears should be treated with a soft cloth. The use of cotton swabs to clean ears is strictly prohibited, so as not to harm the animal.

Pay special attention to the animal’s mood, as it is characterized by a touchy character. Because of this feature, a cat may fall into a prolonged depression and refuse to walk, eat or drink. The right way to get rid of an animal’s depressed state is to give it maximum attention, provide it with care, affection and love. In your free time, you should try to keep your cat busy with active games as much as possible.

How to choose a kitten

A baby without a passport can be purchased for 1,000 rubles. He will be a loyal and loyal friend, but is not suitable for exhibition or breeding. A real Thai cat costs from 15,000 rubles and above, depending on gender, pedigree, coat color, and cattery.

It is better to take kittens from a nursery with a good reputation. They must have the following advantages:

• playfulness;
• curiosity;
• lack of fearfulness.

Signs of the breed are clean eyes and ears, as well as a tail without kinks. White spots should be excluded on points (muzzle, ears, paws, tail).

It is recommended to pick up the baby no earlier than he is three months old. By this time he should have all the necessary vaccinations. Pay attention to the kitten's behavior. If he gladly makes contact with them and strives to climb onto your lap, this is your pet.

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Features of the blue eye color gene

At birth, all kittens are born blue-eyed, which can be explained by a lack of melanin, the substance responsible for color pigment. As growth and development progress, the iris acquires the shade the baby inherited from the parents, usually taking from 4 to 12 weeks. But sometimes a kitten retains blue eyes for the rest of its life for several reasons:

• presence of a dominant white gene. White cats most often have blue eyes. The white gene, designated by the letter W, can cause deafness in a cat, as it negatively affects the formation of cells that are responsible for hearing acuity. But this may not happen to every white-haired pet;
• albinism. Blue-eyed albino cats are a fairly rare but existing phenomenon. Siamese cats also have the albinism gene, which is why their fur is partly bleached and their eyes are blue. Lightening occurs due to the thermal sensitivity of the wool in some places. Due to temperature changes, the fur changes color and acquires a Siamese color;
• spotting. The tortoiseshell color often has white in its color scheme. If the white spot is near the eyes, then they will also acquire the W gene and become blue;
• involvement in blue-eyed cat breeds. For example, the Ojos Azules breed has this name due to the presence of the blue color of the iris, and the cat itself can have fur of various shades. Ojos Azules do not have visual or hearing impairments.

Blue eyes in cats can occur for many reasons.

Albino cats differ from cats with a snow-white coat by the absence of the color gene and are very rare: one albino in ten thousand animals.

The layer of the eyeball called the tapetum, which reflects light at dusk, appears yellow or green in photographs in normal cats, and red in photographs of albino cats.

There are very few breeds of blue-eyed cats, and those that exist are rated very highly by cat lovers around the world.

Blue eyed cat

Piercing gaze

This is how the name of the breed is translated from Spanish. Most “cat lovers” know this cat under the name “Ojos Azules”. The breed was bred in America in the 80s of the last century. Widespread in its homeland, practically nothing is known about Ojos Azules outside its borders.

Representatives of the breed are small (from 2.5 to 5 kg), very calm, with an unusual color and eye color. American breeders claim that the temperament of blue-eyed cats is so calm that the animals can be kept even in the smallest apartments. Ojos Azules are considered one of the most gentle breeds in the world; there is an opinion that these cats will never respond to aggression with aggression, preferring to hide somewhere rather than use their claws and teeth.

Oriental cat

They look like aliens

Improved breed from Siam (Thailand). Magnificent cats, for a long time, were “closed” from the world, living in the temples of Thailand. Only in the 19th century did the world learn about the “overseas” beauty.

Today, the Oriental cat is one of the most popular in the world. The unusual color and blue eyes give the animal a special cuteness. There is an opinion among people that “Orientals” are evil and aggressive monsters. This is complete absurdity, because representatives of this breed are distinguished by extraordinary devotion to their owner, do not tolerate loneliness well and are easy to train.

As for the supposedly viciousness of the breed, any cat is capable of fighting back for itself if it is pissed off. Orientals don’t like familiarity, that’s all.

Horoscope compatibility

Zooastrologers identify several signs that will become true friends and companions with Thai cats.

Aries are energetic, impulsive and often stubborn. Therefore, a Thai cat, whose energy is in full swing and is ready to play constantly, will get along well with Aries and will not let him get bored.

Thais are sociable, do not like loneliness, and often show independence. Because of these character traits, they will be excellent companions for Leos.

Scorpios are passionate, passionate, willful, and have a good understanding of people. A Thai cat suits them like no other.

The breed will make friends with people born under the sign of Sagittarius. Thais are just as active and friendly.

Advantages and disadvantages

All representatives of the cat world have advantages and disadvantages. The Thai cat is no exception.

Positive features:

• affectionate, sociable;
• smart;
• do not require special care;
• strong immunity;
• live long.

Negative points (based on reviews):

• do not tolerate loneliness well;
• for some owners - talkativeness, especially during estrus;
• complex nature;
• can be vindictive and harmful.