Burmese american

Overall description of the breed

The American Burmese is an irresistibly charming cat breed, known for its affectionate nature and endearing personality. Its history is marked by distant origins, adventures and successful development in the United States.

The history of the American Burmese can be traced back to ancient Burma, now Myanmar. Ancient legends have it that these sacred-looking cats were the guardians of temples and monasteries. They were considered symbols of good luck and prosperity. The first Burmese cats were imported to Europe and America in the 19th century.

However, the true history of the American Burmese breed began in the early 20th century. In 1930, a female named Wong Mau was imported from Burma to the United States by Dr Joseph Thompson, a doctor and cat breeder. Wong Mau was an unusual type, with a sepia-toned coat similar to that of Siamese cats.

Dr Thompson set up a breeding programme to create a new breed of cat based on Wong Mau. He crossed Wong Mau with Siamese and dark brown domestic cats to develop the American Burmese as we know it today.

The ancestors of the American Burmese are the Burmese cats, characterised by their sepia-coloured coat and their gentle, loving personality. The first lines of American Burmese were developed by crossing Wong Mau with Siamese and brown cats. These crosses made it possible to fix the sepia gene responsible for the colour of the Burmese's coat.
The American Burmese is a medium to large cat with a muscular, well-proportioned body. Its head is rounded, with large, expressive hazelnut-shaped eyes. The ears are medium-sized and slightly tilted forward, giving the cat an alert and curious expression.

The distinctive feature of the American Burmese is its coat, which is short, silky and solid in colour. The most common coat colours are sable (or champagne) and brown. However, the breed has been developed in a variety of colours, including blue, lilac, platinum and others.

The American Burmese is renowned for its gentle, loving and social character. It is a cat that loves the company of its owners and bonds closely with its family. They are known as 'dog cats' because of their attachment and willingness to follow their owners everywhere.
These cats are also very playful and intelligent, making them ideal for families with children and other pets. They are very talkative and often express their opinions with soft, charming meows.

The average weight of the American Burmese is between 3.5kg and 5.5kg (8lb to 12lb), with males generally being larger than females. In terms of height, the American Burmese averages between 25 cm and 30 cm (10 inches to 12 inches) at the withers.

The founding breed club of the American Burmese is the Burma Cat Club, founded in 1936 in the United States. This club played a crucial role in establishing the breed standard and promoting its development.

The breed standard has been established over time, and the American Burmese is now widely recognised and appreciated by international cat organisations such as the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA), the Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) and the World Cat Federation (WCF).

In conclusion, the American Burmese is an adorable cat breed, renowned for its affectionate and sociable nature. Its fascinating history, dating back to the mystical cats of Burma, and its successful development in the United States have helped to make the American Burmese one of the most beloved and popular cat breeds in the world.