Here is what you may not know about these cats.
Siamese cats are believed to have originated from cats born in Siam, which is modern-day Thailand. Siamese cats are some of the beloved cat breeds in the world. Here are some interesting things you may not know about Siamese cats. They are known for their distinctive appearance. While many Siamese cats are a silver-grey colour with blue eyes, their coats can come in a variety of shades - orange, brown, and cream. However, there is much more to Siamese cats than just their exotic appearance.
Siamese cats are an old breed
The true origins of this particular cat breed is still a mystery. Some people believe they were raised by Buddhist monks. Meanwhile, others believe royalty kept them as pets. An early depiction of the cats was reportedly in a Thai manuscript called the TamraMaew. The work was written somewhere between the 14th and 18th centuries. Even though where they came from is still not clear, the findings suggest Siamese cats are a very old breed. There was a time Siamese cats had crossed eyes and crooked tails. Hundreds of years ago, Siamese cats were treasured by royal families in Thailand hundred of years ago. They were known for their distinctive, unusual, and beautiful looks. Legend has it, royal families believed Siamese cats would receive their souls when they passed on.
The tips of Siamese cats' are temperature controlled
Siamese cats tend to have a white coat and dark-tipped paws. This is because of a temperature-sensitive enzyme. It causes the cat to develop the colour on the cooler parts of its body and appear pale on its warmer torso. Siamese cats are born with all-white fur. They only develop their points after several weeks.
Siamese cats reportedly appeared at the world's first major cat show
Siamese cats were reportedly showcased at the world’s first major cat show in July 1871. It was a national competition at London’s Crystal Palace. This was most likely the first time people in England laid their eyes on a Siamese cat. However, some historians do not believe the cats at the show were Siamese and that they may have made an appearance in the country much later than that. Despite the debate, most people agree British Consul-General Owen Gould brought two Siamese cats from Thailand to London in 1894. Their names were Pho and Mia.
