Burmese
Sweet-natured, dog-like cat. Affectionate and people-oriented.
The Burmese descends from a single brown cat called Wong Mau brought from Rangoon to America in 1930. Crossed with Siamese, Wong Mau's descendants founded the modern Burmese breed. Today's Burmese are famously affectionate, social and dog-like — often following their humans around the house.
Temperament
Affectionate, sociable, playful, vocal (less so than Siamese). Burmese love everyone in the family and tend to remain kitten-like for years.
Exercise needs
Active and play-driven. Food puzzles, interactive toys, harness walks.
Grooming
Short satin coat. Weekly brush.
Common health issues
Hypokalaemic polymyopathy (DNA test). Diabetes (over-represented). Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Burmese head defect (rare).
👍 Best for
Families with children, multi-pet homes, owners home most of the day.
👎 Not best for
Households with frequent absences.
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