- Facts

1. Status: Exotic creature since 1889
2. Size and Weight: Medium sized svelte, refined cats with long tapering lines and muscular bodies.
3. Coat: Short, fine textured and glossy coat lying close to the body.
4. Head and Muzzle: Long tapering wedged head in proportion the body. Muzzle is also fine, wedge shaped.
5. Body: Medium sized and graceful. Has a distinct combination of fine bones and firm muscles.
6. Colors: Body is evenly and subtly shaded with distinct dark points-seal point, blue point, lilac point and chocolate point. Generally darken with age.
7. Life Expectancy: A healthy longer life depends on plenty of affection from its owners
8. Popularity: Most popular lap cat
9. Habitat: Indoor cats only.

- Origins

1. Country of Origin: Thailand
2. Lineage: Siamese/ Pure bred.
3. Date Admitted to CFA: Blue point-1934; Chocolate Point-1952; Lilac Point-1955.
4. Historical Information: Described by Harrison Weir in "Our Cats And All About Them"(1889) These cats are legends turned fact from the "Royal Cats of Siam".

 - Defining Characteristics

1. Training Ease: Requires a lot of coaxing and is good at the game of "Fetch".
2. Temperament: Loving and very affectionate and cannot tolerate isolation.
3. Tolerance to Children: Usually tolerant but the actual level depends on the cat.
4. Behavior: A perfect lap cat

 - Concerns

1. Health Issues: Timely inoculations and regular checks will keep the cat healthier.
2. Feeding: Well balanced diet, depending on the cat's preference
3. Exercise Needs: Siamese are lap cats and have to be persuaded to exercise.
4. Grooming Needs: Subtle grooming especially for the ears. Most don't need baths.
5. Special Household Needs: It is good to have more than one sitting chair, as they love to sit where you have sat.
6. Travel Needs: Normal care should be taken.
7. Getting Along With Other Pets: Loves company of humans and does not bother about other pets.

 - How to Choose

1. What To Look For In A Healthy Cat: Kittens must have all the necessary inoculations and should be very active.
2. What You Will Need For A New Cat: You will be requiring a food bowl for the kitten, a sleeping basket, a litter box and litter, a brush, nail trimmer and enough space in your garden for the cat to play.
3. Cat-Proofing Your House: This is necessary, as you will do for your dogs. They are rather quiet and prefer your seat.
4. How To Make Your New Cat Feel At Home: Siamese cats love to cuddle in your lap and groom their ears.