It so happens that you want to have a cat, but one so that it is not by itself, but becomes a good and faithful friend. In this case, Thai kittens are suitable. These are very devoted and affectionate animals, and their beauty, mind and grace can conquer absolutely anyone.
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Description and characteristics of the breed
Special attention deserves the description of the breed of Thai cats. Outwardly, these are small-sized and stature animals, with a round head and ears close to each other, of a fairly developed and muscular physique. The eyes of pets are almond-shaped or lemon-shaped, very beautiful bright blue.
By nature, Thai cats are very cheerful, curious and playful. Despite the widespread stereotype that representatives of the feline family love independence, this breed prefers to be near the owners. These animals can not stand loneliness and can even experience real stress and a decline in energy if for some time there will not be anyone close to them. They also love to communicate through purrs and meows.
Origin history
The breed of Thai cats is considered to be one of the oldest in origin. Mention of them can be seen in manuscripts of the 14th century. (which are stored to this day in Bangkok). Their homeland is Siam, but despite the fact that the Thai and Siamese breeds are very similar, they are not the same thing.
In Europe, these animals found themselves in the 19th century. by a lucky chance, because it was strictly forbidden to export them outside the country of residence. But it so happened that two kittens were presented as a sign of great gratitude to one British general.And these animals later became the first representatives of the Thai breed.
Note. Photos of how Thai cats look can be viewed on the Internet.
Thai kitten color
As mentioned earlier, the colors of Thai cats are not very different from the Siamese breed. Kittens are born white, but after a period of time (usually over three weeks of age) they begin to gradually darken in some places. Their main color remains white, which can vary and take on different shades - from snow-white to milky or light beige.
The ears, muzzle and tail take on a darker tone. This happens due to a chemical reaction on the animal’s hair when it enters the cold.
The most popular colors of the Thai breed:
- force point - the main color is cream with a smooth transition to dark;
- chocolate point - cats with ivory color turning into chocolate;
- blue point - the main color with a blue tint turning into a dark gray shade.
Important. You need to closely monitor the temperature in the room where the Thai kittens are. It must be warm, otherwise they risk staying completely dark for life.
Features of education
The nature of Thai cats is quite calm, but not without lack of will. The main thing in raising a pet is love, understanding and patience. A cat should be treated as a full member of the family, then it will be much easier to accustom it to order. If you often stroke a fluffy little ball, gently talk to him, play and praise his understanding and some personal successes of his, then this will lead to good results. Kitty will certainly reciprocate a good attitude and will become a very devoted friend to his master.
It is very important to properly teach your baby to walk on the tray. If it so happened that in his new house the pet suddenly did its work in the wrong place, then you need to moisten the cotton wool in the urine and, putting it in the cat's tray, put the kitten there. This is done so that he smells a familiar smell and understands where to relieve the need. In no case should you poke a little fluffy with your face in a puddle or scream at him. This can only frighten him, and not achieve any obedience.
Care, health and nutrition
In order for the Thai to always have a shiny and beautiful coat, he needs to be given special vitamins or mineral supplements, periodically combed with a natural bristle brush. It will not be superfluous to purchase a claw-claw, and if necessary, cut the claws of a claw with a pet. It is better to accustom to clipping a claw while it is still small, otherwise it will be more difficult to do it later.
You also need to monitor the hygiene of the ears and eyes. This is nothing complicated, just wipe with a cotton swab dipped in an antiseptic, as needed.
Regarding the nutrition of a Thai kitten, there are two options for how to feed it:
- food of the highest class;
- natural products.
When choosing food, you should give preference only to food of the highest class, because cats of this breed (especially cats) tend to suffer from urolithiasis when feeding cheap food. Also, the animal should always have fresh water in the public domain.
With natural nutrition, a kitten can be fed the following products:
- not fatty meat (rabbit, chicken, turkey);
- sea or river fish (except pollock and cod);
- kefir, sour cream, cottage cheese.
The meat should be cut into small pieces, then either freeze or scald for 2-3 minutes. in boiling water to kill all pathogenic bacteria.
You can give a cat a raw fish in its raw form, but be sure to remove all large bones from it. It is advisable to feed seafood no more than 1 time per week. You can also sometimes give boiled water porridges, vegetables and sprouted oats.
It is best to select food with the veterinarian. After all, proper and balanced nutrition is the key to a cat's health and longevity.
Breeding
It is recommended to mate when the cat is already a year old, or even one and a half, so that she can endure and give birth to healthy kittens without any problems.
It is believed that the first mating of Thai cats, the procedure must be carried out in the territory of the cat.
You should also prepare the male as follows:
- give a cure for worms;
- treat with a flea remedy;
- cut the claws so that in case of something, he would not hurt the female.
The cat is usually left for a period of no longer than 3-5 days at the time of mating. But to understand whether the work is done is easy. If Thai secretly lets a cat in, then it all worked out. However, it is possible to verify that the female became pregnant only after a couple of weeks.
Typical breed diseases
Compared to their counterparts, Thai kittens are considered one of the healthiest and strongest. They have good immunity, and their lifespan can be 20-25 years. But, like all animals, Thais still have their weaknesses. These include the tail, which can be a knot or a hook, and a converging squint.
Note. Strabismus can be corrected as the animal grows older, but the tail is considered a breed marriage.
Otherwise, Thais, like absolutely any cats, can have gastrointestinal diseases, problems with the kidneys, heart, teeth.
In order for the pet to live a healthy, happy and active life, with any change in its behavior, it is urgent to consult a veterinarian.
