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 →
The world has learned that Karl Lagerfeld died yesterday aged 85. He died of pancreatic cancer and was taken to hospital in Paris on Monday night and died in the morning. He was unmarried and childless. His partner Jacques de … Continue reading →
I have written about Tom and Jerry Syndrome before after a visitor shared her experiences with her cat who is sensitive to sharp, high pitched sounds which causes a seizure or fit. The sounds vary quite a lot from rustling … Continue reading →
Fashion’s top cat is Karl Lagerfeld’s Birman cat, Choupette. She is three years of age. Lagerfeld describes his cat as the most famous cat in the world and the richest. He says that she’s like a human. He is besotted … Continue reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Birman Cat Pictures | Home page & all links | Cat Breeds A-H | Cat Breeds J-P | Cat Breeds R-T Birman Cat Pictures Here’s a large format slide show of probably the best Birma Cat photographs on the … Continue reading →
“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 →
