Siamese cats are amazing. I'm on my second because the first had some genetic issues. We rescued him around 3-4 years old and got 4 good years with him. I knew something was up when he started spending even more time on my lap than usual (which was a lot) and seemed lower energy, kidney issues are common in them. Got my second about 9 months after he passed when one of my friends rescued a momma and 3 kittens. One didn't make it but the other 2 were strong and my current boy grew up into a big strong kitty. He isn't the lap cat my first one was (yet) but he's still sweet and loving even though he's a brat and a bit of a hellion when he gets worked up lol. Still just a big kitten when he gets going, I'm hoping because his momma was a tabby that he'll be healthier as well. My friend managed to snap a pic of the stray we're pretty sure is his dad, they look super similar lol
Really? It looks like one of the blends of Siamese and something else that are out there, there's several I ran into in my research but I can't find the article I read now.
Yup that's fair. Most people I know are more forgiving with exact breeds vs official guidelines. We pick up strays that look cute and try to identify them the best we can. Technically what I have would be a Seal Point assuming the dad is pure Siamese as well, but everyone just calls him Siamese because that's what he fits most closely
I guess the problem is that it can contribute to the mindset that domestic shorthairs are less desirable by framing any unique, unusual, or attractive animal as a purebred, while “normal” animals are left behind.
Many people on Facebook and in my life think "big cat" is synonymous with "Maine Coon". I can't tell them their cat is likely not a Maine Coon, because it's like telling someone their cat is not Special. News flash, all cats are special and I love your cat anyway :)
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u/ThatDopeGLI Dec 12 '19
Omfg that cat is way too cute