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Q: Do Siamese cats need special care?
A: Siamese cats don’t need special care, but because of their unique character they require a lot of attention. They are very friendly and loyal to their owners, they don’t like to be left alone and in constant search for affection, so before buying one, make sure you are capable of taking care of a Siamese cat.
Q: Do Siamese cats get along with children?
A: Siamese is a very friendly cat who likes to be around humans. Q: How long do Siamese cats live?
A: Siamese cats live a long life expectancy, and they are actually one of the breeds that live a long life. Siamese can live up to 17-18 years. Q: Can Siamese cats be trained?
A: Siamese cats are very intelligent, they usually learn how to behave without any special training. Q: Can Siamese cats be left alone?
A: Siamese cats, more then any other breed, are known for their need in attention and companion. This trait is more common in dogs, when the owners go for a long vacation, and is common in Siamese cats as well. If you know your lifestyle includes a lot of traveling, you should think seriously not to adopt a Siamese cat. Q: Do Siamese cats scratch furniture?
A: Siamese cats usually don't scratch furniture, but the best thing would be to train them to use a scratching post. Q: Is it better to own a female or a male Siamese?
A: As long as they are neutered or spayed, the sex makes no difference. Q: Do Siamese cats have special health problems?
A: Being a purebred animal, it is normal for the Siamese cat to have some genetic health problems: crossed eyes can appear in the breed, though it does not affect the breed’s health or behavior at all. Another problem that can appear in this breed is kinked tail, but it is a cosmetic problem and noting more.
Q: How big do Siamese cats get?
A: Males weigh between 11-15 pounds, females weigh between 8-12 pounds.
Q: Can I have more then one cat?
A: Yes. In fact, it is highly recommended to have more then one cat, especially because Siamese cats demand constant attention. If your Siamese will have another cat as a friend, they will become god friends, groom each other, play and cuddle together, but remember that Siamese cats still need human attention.
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