The Himalayan cat is a very special feline . Its great beauty comes directly from the beloved and loving Persian and the vivacious Siamese. His body is strong and compact like the first one. Its massive face, more or less flat nose and separated ears have also been inherited from the Persian cat, as well as its spectacular coat and bushy tail. The big blue eyes and the color point pattern are the responsibility of the Siamese genes that run through their veins.
Things to consider before adopting a Himalayan
Do you love this breed of cats and would you like to adopt one? Before making hasty decisions that may have an unwanted end by either party, you should look at the physical characteristics of this pussycat and that is that its exuberant long hair has a B-side: to make it look in perfect condition you should brush it every day , wash him about once a month (you know, with a specific shampoo for cats) and pay special attention that he ingests malt to avoid hairballs (they can cause intestinal obstructions). You should also take special care of their eyes , cleaning them with saline or whatever the vet tells you if you see that they tear. You are willing? It is clear that once you have this kitten in your arms, it will compensate you for all the specific care you give it, but these are aspects that we must always weigh well.
Another aspect to take into account is the typical character of the animal. Although the reality is that each pet is different and in this aspect your caregiver of the animal shelter can help you because he will know him perfectly, it does not hurt to know how the breed breathes in general. You have to be honest and check, for example, if in your house the kitten will have the peace and tranquility that is usually a hallmark of the Himalayan. You don’t like noises at all! The Himalayan is as calm, docile and affectionate as the Persian but also has that curious point of the Siamese. Do you know that it can learn very quickly? He is very observant and catches them on the fly !
