For the first time the description of the Thai cat is found in the literary source of the 14th century. Proceeding from this, it can be concluded that this breed is very ancient. Cats with the appearance of Thai called "vichienmae", that is, a Siamese diamond. These cats were not available to everyone, but only to high-ranking individuals and guardians of the cult in Buddhist temples. Thai cats worshiped like idols. So it was until the end of the 19th century. It was during this period that Thai cats left their homeland - Asia and were brought to England, where the cultivation of "diamonds" began.
The ancestors of the breed were the cat Pho and the cat Mia. Pho was slender, with an outstretched muzzle, Mia-strong and round-cheeked. They, as usual, have kittens. Kittens "in the mother" became the basis for the Thai breed, in the "pope" - for the Siamese. The difference between the Thai cat and the Siamese is in appearance: the Thais are more rounded, weighty, they have a broad snub-nosed muzzle, the Siamese are more extended, with narrow long muzzles and elongated pointed ears. Thais reach a weight of 8 kg, Siamese - no more than 4 kg.
Description of a Thai cat
Thai cats are strong individuals, they have a well developed musculature, they are mobile, they well arm their legs. They can be distinguished by the shape of the tail - at the base it is enlarged, and its tip - sharp.
Interesting colors of Thai cats:
- from cream to light brown;
- bluish white;
- color of ivory with light and dark brown marks;
- white with pink and light brown marks, etc.
Kittens are born more often than not light. Despite the coloring, in all cats of this breed the color of the eyes varies from blue to blue.
Character of the Thai cat
Cat cat is different - it's about Thai. They are very different from each other in nature. In any case, Thai is a cat, very attached to its owner. But, of course, the independence and self-sufficiency of the Thai cat, like any other, has not been canceled. But they need more than other breeds attention home. Looking into the expressive blue eyes of your pet, you will immediately understand what she wants. If you do not understand, she will tell you - Thai cats are talking. The reserve of intonations, expressions and tonalities "meow" is huge.
These cats are curious and love to control every step of their master. They are affectionate, get along well with people, including children. The Taiki manages to find a common language with any animal in the house. The main feature of a Thai cat is her mind. This is a very intelligent and understanding breed. By the way, the idea that the Thais and Siamese are very evil is a myth passed from mouth to mouth. Most likely, he came to us from Soviet times, when these cats ruthlessly crossed with other breeds.
Care of the Thai cat is elementary. Several times a week, brush it with wet hands, feed well and do not forget about vaccinations. To feed a Thai cat is recommended twice a day. Do not give food from the table. The diet should be balanced so that the cat
There are very few diseases in Thai cats. Thai cats live on average up to 17 years, and long-livers celebrated their 28th birthday. Those who have ever been acquainted with a Thai will fall in love with him forever and other breeds will cease to interest him, because these clever and handsome men are beyond competition!