This elegant-looking cat can easily remind us of the Siamese. Moreover, it is one of his descendants! However, the Balinese cat is a breed in its own right originating from the United States. Here’s everything you need to know about this sweet feline.
His appearance
Very distinguished, the Balinese cat is of medium size and has medium-long hair. Its body is quite long, but it remains well proportioned with a fine bone. Furthermore, its coat is softer and shinier than that of the Siamese, which gives it a first difference with this breed. Furthermore, his head is rather triangularwith large blue eyes almond shaped.
Its coat is mainly colourpoint, but its color can vary (blue, cream, white, chocolate, red or even lilac). Its ears are large and pointed at the ends and its tail can be reminiscent of a feather duster, because it is well furnished.
His character
Very talkative, it is certain that the Balinese cat does not have his tongue in his pocket! However, its tone of voice is still softer than that of the Siamese. He enjoys talking with his master, but also spending time with him. It is also not uncommon to see this feline attentively following its owner.
This beautiful cat is very empathetic, affectionate and devoted towards his family. It is therefore ideal if you want good company with you. However, it is also very player and sportsman. You will therefore have to give him plenty of time and not be short of imagination to distract him.
This feline is a ray of sunshine On his own, he enjoys being the center of attention and gets along easily with children and other animals. Furthermore, he likes adventure and discovery. A house with a garden is therefore perfect for satisfying your expectations and physical needs. However, he can acclimatize to apartment life as long as he has everything necessary to keep him occupied (games, cat tree, time to devote to him, etc.).
His health
Unfortunately, the Balinese cat can be prone to certain genetic diseases related to the eyes, such asprogressive retinal atrophyglaucoma or even strabismus. You must therefore take it regularly to the veterinarian in order to control these potential problems.
Furthermore, it is important to clean your eyes and ears daily. In addition, brushing once a week helps prevent tangles and ensures a shiny coat. Finally, it is essential to offer him a adapted diet so that he does not gain weight.
Its price
The price of this breed varies according to its age, its sex, but also its color. To get one, the prices are around 600 euros on average.
