Breed Standard Colours

The breed standards describe the cat as pointed (dark face, ears, tail, and paws) with blue eyes, a Roman nose, even gloves (white front paws) and laces (back paws with an inverted “V” of white up the hocks). The Birman has a semi-long haired coat. Uniquely, the Birman’s coat will not matt. When a kitten, the coat is soft like down. As the Birman matures, the coat gets a silky texture. Birmans normally have a ruff around the neck. They are a medium-sized cat; females are around 9-10 lbs. and males up to 15 lbs. It takes about two years for the male to fully develop.

Solid colours are Seal Point, Blue Point, Chocolate Point, Lilac Point, Red Point, and Cream Point. Any of these colours with Tabby markings are called Lynx Point, such as Seal Lynx Point, Red Lynx Point, etc. With Tortoiseshell markings, they are called Tortie Point, such as Blue Tortie Point, Lilac Tortie Point, etc. With both Tabby and Tortoiseshell markings, they are called Torbie Point, such as Chocolate Torbie Point. There are some other variations such as Silver and Cinnamon, they just aren't as common..

The temperament of a Birman is well adjusted. They love to be around people and will greet you at the door when you get home. Birmans can learn how to fetch and are easily trained to be on a harness. They are great with kids and dogs. As with any cat, each has its own personality; however, to a Birman it’s all about pleasing its owner. They will rip around and play with each other one minute and cuddle with you another. Over all, the Birman is a great companion

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