Siamese cats are aristocrats among cats, and their prices are higher than ordinary cats, so many business people like to sell some Siamese cats of lousy quality to customers opportunistically. It is easy to be deceived. So how do you choose a healthy purebred Siamese cat?
Appearance characteristics of Siamese cats
1. Body size
Medium size, slender and slender. The bones are slender, and the muscles strong. Neck long, body length, tail slender. Cylindrical shape from shoulder to hip. The abdomen is compact but not retracted. The buttocks are muscular and shoulder-width apart. The limbs are slender and coordinated. The forelimbs are slightly shorter than the back glue. Medium-sized cat, weighing 2.5-5.5kg
2. Overview
The head is slender and wedge-shaped. The head cover is flat, and when viewed from the side, the top of the head is in a straight line to the tip of the nose. The face is pointed and V-shaped, and the muzzle is sharply angled, forming a V-shaped from the tip of the muzzle to the tips of the ears. The bridge of the nose is high and straight, forming an equilateral triangle from the tip of the nose to the tips of the ears. The cheeks are thin, and the teeth are scissors. The ears are large, broad at the base, pointed, and erect. The eyes are medium-sized, almond-shaped, blue, dark, or light. The extension line from the inner corner of the eye to the tip of the eye forms a V shape with the tip of the ear. Eyes slightly convex. The tail is long and thin, with a slightly curled tip. The length is equal to the hind legs. Flexible, muscular, slender, angular, with thin, long legs. The palms are small and oval in shape. The tail is long and beautiful, with a pointed end.
Second, the main points of buying a healthy Siamese cat are.
1. Check the coat: touch the texture of the kitten’s coat, whether it is smooth or not. No tangles; look for fleas or other pests.
2. Check the ears: The kitten’s ears should be clean and dry, and make sure the ears are not filled with earwax.
3. Check the eyes and nose: the third eyelid should not protrude; the eyes should be clean and bright; the nose should be moist.
4. Check the mouth and teeth: A healthy kitten has a pink mouth, white teeth, and no inflammation of the gums.
5. Check the anus: Lift the cat’s tail and look for signs of diarrhea. The anus should be clean with no traces of fecal matter.
6. Check the belly: Use one hand to touch the underside of the cat’s belly. The abdomen should be slightly rounded and not stiff. Find out if there is a lump (a phenomenon of a hernia), then let go of the cat to see if it is lame.
3. How to choose a healthy Siamese cat
1. The appearance is neat, lively, and lively, and the movements are flexible.
2. Open the mouth; the mouth, gums, and tongue are light red, the teeth occlusion is normal, and there is no special odor;
3. The cat’s ears should be clean and have no secretions. If the cat constantly scratches its ears or shakes its head, it may have been infected with ear scabies;
4. The nose is reddish and moist, and shiny; the tip of the nose should feel cool and moist with the back of the hand; there should be no nasal discharge or secretions around the nostrils;
5. The eyes should be clear and bright, there should be no secretions from the corners of the eyes, and the third eyelid should not be exposed from the corner of the eye (many cats are the first to appear when the third eyelid is sick);
6. The body is moderately developed, the muscles are strong, the limbs are thick and not bent, the walking is normal, and the legs and feet are responsive;
7. The abdomen should be slightly rounded, and the ribs should not be felt; if the cat’s abdomen is enlarged, it may be a symptom of roundworm infection or peritonitis. It is normal for the kitten’s belly to protrude slightly;
8. The most obvious health indicators of kittens are their hair. A healthy kitten’s coat should be shiny, fluffy, and erect. If the kitten’s hair is messy and dull, it means that it has been infected with a disease or has been sick and just cured. It is best not to choose such a cat; After being teased, he wants to play, smells meat and has a strong appetite.
Fourth, the living conditions needed to raise Siamese cats
Siamese cat training: Like a child, the younger, the better, the better. If you can’t teach it well before the age of one, it will be more difficult to change when you grow up.
Hygienic Habits: In the first week after coming here, I often hold it in the sand basin and grab the sand before and after having its forelimbs. Or stimulate the genitals and anus with a cotton swab, and let it excrete, leaving a smell. The timing is after eating, after waking up, or when you see it spinning around. The cat has clean sex, does not need to bathe often, and is afraid of water; dry it with a damp cloth. If it has to be washed, it may become irritable and restless when it is usually tame. After washing, dry it with a dry cloth or use a dryer. If you use a hair dryer, the results may surprise you.
Lifestyle: Stop and reprimand if it is not allowed to go to the table.
Scratching furniture: Cats have the habit of sharpening their claws, so they can only use the method of transferring to a claw-grinding board as much as possible. Such as plastic wardrobes, sofas …, etc., and the slightly rough surface may be scratched. In addition to trimming its toenails every week, stick a smooth material, such as calendar paper, acrylic, etc., on the furniture you do not want to scratch. If you still can’t tolerate its habit, don’t reluctantly raise it (for the good of both parties).
Toys: Kittens have childlike personalities, and watching them play fun. Pet supply stores have many options; you can save money by making them yourself. Cigarette tin foil or paper without ink rolled up to serve as a football. Strings, bells, shopping bags, cartons, and boxes, can be a lot of fun without spending a fortune.
Litter box: Do not overfill the cat litter (less than half is better). Otherwise, you will have to sweep it. Always clean the sand basin so the cat will not dare to go to the toilet and get sick (it may have more extreme cleanliness than you).
Going out: Please bring a collar and a chain for it. The cat may not even know the owner when changing the environment. Although it is restricted, it is also protected. For cats that have been raised by humans and then lost, the government’s policy of not landing garbage will cause them to find it challenging to find food. Please do not cause lifelong regrets for both parties due to temporary negligence.
Residence: Cats are wild animals, like freedom, no Simmons or a water bed, just a piece of rag. Sickness will suffocate.
