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The Birman cat is believed to have originated in Burma, where it
was considered sacred, the companion cat of the Kittah priests.
There is a legend as to how the Birmans developed the colors they
are today: - Originally, the guardians of the Temple of LaoTsun
were yellow-eyed white cats with long hair. The golden goddess of
the temple, Tsun-Kyan-Kse, had deep blue eyes. The head priest,
Mun-Ha, had as his companion a beautiful cat named Sinh.
One day the temple was attacked and Mun-Ha was killed. At the
moment of his death, Sinh placed his feet on his master and faced
the goddess. The cat's white fur took on a golden cast, his eyes
turned as blue as the eyes of the goddess, and his face, legs and
tail became the color of earth. However, his paws, where they
touched the priest, remained white as a symbol of purity. All the
other temple cats became similarly colored. Seven days later, Sinh
died, taking the soul of Mun-Ha to paradise.
The modern history of the Birman is almost as shrouded in mystery
as its legendary origin. What is known for certain is that,
probably around 1919, a pair of Birman cats were clandestinely
shipped from Burma to France. The male cat did not survive the
arduous conditions of the long voyage, but the female, Sita, did
survive, and happily, was pregnant. From this small foundation the
Birman was established in the western world.
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From left to right:
Kyat Belshogar Amaanee, imp. Australia.
Seal Point
•• Supreme Champion
Breeder: Marisa Thistlewaite
Kyat Fancypawz Polar Bear
Caramel Silver Tabby Point
•• Supreme Champion
Kyat Belhogar Mahyong, imp.
Australia.
Blue Point Birman
•• Supreme Champion
Breeder: Marisa Thistlewaite
Kyat Fancypawz Mint
Man
Chocolate Silver Tabby Point
Thank you to
Kyat Birmans
for providing these beautiful photos.
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Ratings out of 10 |
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Compatibility:
-Children
-Other Pets
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9 |
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Grooming |
8 |
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Affection |
9 |
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Playfulness |
8 |
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Attention Need |
7 |
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Healthiness |
7 |
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Independence |
3 |
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Activity Level |
3 |
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Vocality |
3 |
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Intelligence |
8 |
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