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Birman cat by Helmi Flick

23 facts about the Birman cat

PoC avatarPosted on March 1, 2022 by Michael BroadMarch 1, 2022

A list of 23 facts about the Birman cat for a quick overview of this popular purebred cat including history, appearance, temperament and health.

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Note for the cats' caretaking

Sobbing owner relinquishes her two 16-year-old Birman cats

PoC avatarPosted on April 2, 2019 by Michael BroadApril 2, 2019

Owner goes into nursing home and no one can take her elderly Birmans so they were relinquished with great heartache at a shelter. Euthanasia was discussed. We don’t know the cats’ now former owner but I would gently suggest that … continue reading…

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Birman Cat ANGEL

PoC avatarPosted on September 23, 2016 by Michael BroadSeptember 23, 2016

“Who can believe that there is no soul behind those luminous eyes!” – Theophile Gautier – cat quotes. Do cats have souls? Of course, why shouldn’t they? They also have individual personalities. This is something that scientists have only recently … continue reading…

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Birman Cat Facts For Kids

PoC avatarPosted on June 7, 2013 by Michael BroadJune 8, 2013

This is a page on the Birman cat written for kids and people who like plain English and good pictures. General Info The Birman is a breed of cat that is meant to have been brought from Burma to France … continue reading…

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Cat Breeds: It’s a Mashup

PoC avatarPosted on May 6, 2013 by Michael BroadMay 9, 2013

In analysing the differences between the cat breeds using DNA testing, I am compelled to come to the conclusion that it’s all a mashup. Nothing is what it seems. Everything is blurred and grey without clean distinctions. The breeds, themselves, … continue reading…

Posted in Birman, Cat Breeding, Cat Breeds, Cat Fancy, Cat History, Egyptian Mau, Japanese Bobtail, Sokoke | Tagged birman cat, cat breeds, cat history, Egyptian Mau, japanese bobtail, selective breeding, sokoke | 59 Replies

Sacred Cats of the Orient

PoC avatarPosted on August 23, 2012 by Michael BroadAugust 23, 2012

The Orient means the east (Asia or parts of Asia) but appears to be a rather vague term. Hindu Religion The occupants of a household that practice orthodox Hinduism are expected to house and feed a cat. I don’t know … continue reading…

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Birman Health Problems

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadDecember 24, 2017

Birman health problems are listed on this page. This cat breed is generally healthy. Hind Legs In certain lines (breeding lines) “weak hind legs” may occur. Breathing Breathing through the mouth can occur because (a) lower and upper jaw not … continue reading…

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Birman Cat Picture of Angel

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadJuly 8, 2012

This is a classic Helmi Flick Birman cat picture of Angel. Angel is a particolor pointed purebred cat. Pointing is when the extremities of the cat are darker than the rest of the fur. Particolor pointing is when the pointing … continue reading…

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Birman Cat

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadJune 5, 2019

Contents Intro Appearance & Character Health History Names Clubs More pictures Introduction The name of the cat in the picture above is a suitable one for this breed (but see below about names). An outstanding feature is the Birman’s personality, … continue reading…

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Birman Cat Picture

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadDecember 4, 2017

Photo: copyright Helmi Flick. Here’s some information: (my words) based on Helmi Flick’s notes on this fantastic Birman cat picture of “Angel”.The photograph was taken at New Braunfels, Texas, April 2004 Cat Show. “Angel” is an 8 month old Blue … continue reading…

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Birman Cats Picture

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadDecember 4, 2017

Go to Birman kitten  |   Go to Birman cat  |  Go to Home page Photograph of Birman cats (top: BumbleBe Degas Dancer, bottom: BumbleBe Doré) ©copyright Helmi Flick

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Birman Kittens Picture

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadDecember 4, 2017

Go to Birman kitten  |   Go to Birman cat  |  Go to Home page Photograph of Birman cats ©copyright Helmi Flick

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Birman has the highest incidence of FIP as per a study in 2006

Birman Cat and Jessica

PoC avatarPosted on May 25, 2012 by Michael BroadJanuary 8, 2022

“The smallest feline is a masterpiece.” – Leonardo da Vinci – cat quotes. The Birman is an imposing cat and medium to large in size. The fur does not mat easily. The head is round and broad. The Birman has … continue reading…

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