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Birman

The Birman cat is believed to have originated in Burma, where it was considered sacred, the companion cat of the Kittah priests.

The modern history of the Birman is almost as shrouded in mystery as its legendary origin. What is known for certain is that around 1919, a pair of Birman cats were clandestinely shipped from Burma to France. The male cat did not survive the arduous conditions of the long voyage, but the female, Sita, did survive, and happily, was pregnant. From this small foundation the Birman was established in the western world.

The ideal Birman is a large, long stocky cat. It has long silky hair, not as thick as that of the Persian, and is of a texture that doesn’t mat. The colour of the coat is light, preferably with a golden cast, as if misted with gold. The “points” - face, legs and tail - are darker, similar to the Siamese and colourpointed Persian color patterns of seal point, blue point, chocolate point and lilac point. The almost round eyes are blue, set in a strong face with heavy jaws, full chin and Roman nose with nostrils set low. The very distinctive white feet are ideally symmetrical. The gloves on the front feet, if perfect, go across in an even line, and on the back feet end in a point up the back of the leg, called laces. It is very difficult to breed a cat with four perfect white gloves.

The Birman personality is marvelous - gentle, active, playful, but quiet and unobtrusive if you are busy with other things.



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Sharada Birmans Sharada Birmans
3199, Frankston.,
Victoria,
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SHARADA BIRMANS the purrrfect long-haired cat companion

Kittens sometimes available in all of the colours - including seal,blue,lilac and chocolate points...red series and including tabby patterns.

Pet, Breed and sometimes Exhibition. Visitors welcome by appointment

Suzanne Parkinson Suzanne Parkinson
P O Box 199,
3919, Crib Point ,
Victoria ,
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Brynler Birmans have kittens sometimes available to loving, indoor only homes. Our babies are desexed, vaccinated and microchipped and come with their own Kitten Pack and six week insurance policy. Bred from Champion show lines kittens are given the best of care and love in their time with us and ...

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