10 Fun Facts About Siamese Cats

They’re one of the oldest cat breeds.

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Siamese cats were considered Thai royalty.

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They were once rejected by western society.

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The accepted look of Siamese cats has changed over time.

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Crossed eyes and crooked tails used to be breed standard.

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Siamese kittens are snow white when they are born.

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They come in up to 33 color variations.

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They have weaker eyesight than their feline cousins.

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They are more vocal than their cousins.

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They’re extremely friendly.

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