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The Siamese cat (Thai: แมวไทย, Maeo Thai; แมวสยาม, Maeo Sayam; แมววิเชียรมาศ, Maeo Wichien Maat) is one of the first distinctly recognised breeds of domestic cat. Siamese cats, fondly known as "meezers," are popular among people who want a sociable cat that loves to "talk." Officially recognized by the Cat Fancier's Association in 1906, the Siamese is one of the original breeds of pedigreed cats. Explore the Siamese cat breed profile to learn about the breed's history, temperament, care, grooming needs, and health concerns.
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Looking for an ultra-cute companion who follows you everywhere? Siamese cats are social, vocal, and utterly devoted to their favorite humans. With striking blue eyes and legendary conversation skills, these felines will light up any room—and quickly become your new best friend. The Siamese is a breed of domestic shorthair cat that originated in Thailand.
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It has sapphire blue eyes and a long lean body and is noted for intelligence and sometimes unpredictable behavior. Long considered the personification of feline elegance, the Siamese has been the inspiration, if not the direct genetic source, for so many other breeds that it is universally considered one of the greatest treasures of the cat fancy. One of the oldest and most recognizable cat breeds, the Siamese cat is the parent breed for the Siamese Breed Group, which includes the Balinese (truly a longhaired Siamese) and the Oriental Shorthair and the Oriental Longhair. They share the same body type, but come with a different “paint job”. This guide explores Siamese history, appearance, temperament and care to help cat owners understand what makes the breed so unique.