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The Korat cat belonged to the common people. New brides were given a pair of these beauties to insure a happy marriage.
This cat has a silver-blue coat with a silver edging. Its eyes are emerald, large and luminous. The ears are rounded, the face heart-shaped. It has a medium build. His/her coat is short, fine to the touch and lays close to the body. Korats are intelligent and social. Like dogs, they love to fetch.
This kitty is related to the Siamese but considerably less vocal. It is dog and child friendly, and adaptable. The Korat is prone to obesity and GM1 and GM2 gangliosidosis, a fatal genetic defect. Its average life span is between ten and fifteen years of age.
These cats are rare even in their homeland. If you decide you want one please check petfinder.com or your local rescue.
43 comments:
Sad a breed that old is now rare. Looks a little like a Russian Blue.
You'd want to keep him active so he didn't get fat. Pretty cat.
Pretty eyes--but a little scary, too! I wouldn't want to see those eyes in the middle of the night in the dark.
I had a vet ask me if my old cat "Dog" was a Korat. I explained he was a Russian Blue, another breed the vet had never seen before. That's when I learned about these rare beauties. I am super impressed with this one, probably because I have actually heard of them. It's a stunning cat.
It sure does look like a Russian Blue, Alex, and yes it is sad:(
Yes indeed. He'd do well at your house;)
Cats eyes do have a luminescence in the dark that can be unnerving until you recognize them.
I'm surprised he knew about Korats but not Russian Blues, since they are more common. Interesting.
Hi, dear Sandra!
The Korat is a stunning cat! As I told you before, I spent sixty years of my life paying little or no attention to cats because I favored dogs. I never stopped to look at and appreciate the body features, markings and bewitching eyes that cats possess. If I ever wanted to adopt a kitty, I think I would be a Korat even though its life span is not as long as that of other cats.
Thank you for the informative article, dear friend Sandra!
This is one beauty of a cat sadly now rare for many to enjoy. Good post Sandra.
Yvonne.
What a beautiful cat!
I like the eyes. Very revealing.
Shalom,
Patricia @ EverythingMustChange
That's a beautiful kitty. Thanks for bringing the breed to our attention.
Love,
Janie
Another breed I've never heard of - he's gorgeous!
Susan A Eames from
Travel, Fiction and Photos
They are truly beautiful. They might have been given as a gift to the 'common' people but I suspect would now be too expensive for most. Which I am not against. Sadly I think most people value what they pay for more than they do the 'free'.
I'm sorry, Shady, but I really must question your response. How could you ignore cats for sixty years when you're only forty-nine? :)
It is disconcerting.
Thanks, Yvonne;)
Indeed:)
They sure are, Pat.
Ancient Chinese secret! :)
if they're that rare, sounds like a karat might be less expensive
What a beauty. You are really tempting me to find a new feline friend! Hugs, Valerie
My pleasure, Janie.
He is, isn't he, Susan.
korats R awesum..... N when they iz wee kittenz; ther fotoz bee priceless !!! happee wednesday frum all oh uz in de land oh trout ♥♥♥
Too a point, I think that's true. But it's amazing how many purebreds end up outside to fend for themselves or in kill shelters.
Good one, Adam:)
I think you should.........Get those kids off the street. Grin.
Wouldn't they make the cutest little kittens? Though all kittens are cute:)
And a happy Wednesday to you too:)
Oh, she's lovely! This is a favorite, so unique! Love the color, and those eyes!
Indeed. How are you feeling?
Beautiful cat.
Liz A. from
Laws of Gravity
Omg...such a beautiful cat..love the coat. It what a shame that it's rare
I love this breed! It has such beautiful coloring.
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Onomastics Outside the Box
That is a beautiful cat! If I got married, I would appreciate a bridal gift like that :)
It's a nice tradition isn't it?
How precious! I love the tradition of getting two, when getting married! Hope everything is well Sandra! Hugs!
He/she sure is:)
I wonder why they are now so rare....
They look a lot like Russian Blues don't they?
Me too, Magic. I be fine. Hope you are.
lovely cat
What a gorgeous cat!
Stefani | Dreams of Nyssa
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