How Siamese cats change their colours
First a short introduction. Although the history of the Siamese cat in the West is somewhat vague, it would seem with some certainty that a certain Mrs Vyvyan of Dover, …
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Why are Siamese kittens born white?
The colourpoint (pointed) pattern of the Siamese cat is a form of albinism. It is called the ‘Siamese pattern’ but I think technically it is better described as the “Himalayan …
What is a Flame Point Himalayan cat?
‘Flame point’ is an alternative name for red point while Himalayan is an alternative name for a long-haired Persian. A flame point Himalayan is a red pointed long-haired Persian cat …
My cat was shaved for sterilization and the new fur is a different color. This explains why.
On Twitter a cat owner uploaded a picture of her tabby cat with this caption: My cat got shaved for sterilization but new fur become different color XD. I have …
Genetics of Siamese Coat Color
The genetics of the Siamese coat color is a form of Himalayan albinism which is found in many animals including the rabbit (Himalayan rabbit) and mouse. In the Siamese cat …
What is a Lynx Point Siamese?
A lynx point Siamese cat has tabby markings within the usually pointing. The extremities of a Siamese cat are darker than the other areas. This is called ‘pointing’. The pointing …
Odd-eyed Siamese Cat – unique!
This is an odd-eyed Siamese cat. I don’t think I have seen one before… This is just another example of easy and relatively minor photoshopping. I am not saying it …
3 Legged Cat Picture
I love this 3 legged cat picture by the great Helmi Flick. She knows how to capture the cat! Photographically speaking. When I first saw this picture and some other …
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