Size
Medium
Compact and muscular — heavier than they look
Eco 247 · Breed Explorer
The Burmese the velvet-coated shadow
Glossy, golden-eyed and surprisingly solid. The Burmese is one of the most people-loving breeds of all — playful, curious and never far from your side.
- 12–16years life expectancy
- Lowgrooming needs
- Highenergy — playful and curious
Meet the Burmese
Sleek, solid, and full of love
The modern Burmese traces back to Wong Mau, a walnut-brown cat brought from Burma to the United States in 1930. Today's Australian Burmese come in a wide range of colours, all with the same glossy coat and golden eyes.
Burmese are often described as 'bricks wrapped in silk' — compact, muscular and heavier than they look. They're famously people-focused, playful and affectionate, and they want to be involved in everything.
- A short, satin-like coat that's easy to care for
- Exceptionally people-oriented and loyal
- Playful and kittenish well into adulthood
The essentials
The Burmese at a glance
Colours
Brown · Blue · Chocolate · Lilac · Red · Cream
Plus tortie versions of each
Coat
Short
Fine, glossy and close-lying
Grooming
Low
A weekly brush or a rub with a soft cloth
Life expectancy
12–16 years
Often longer with good care
Personality
Devoted & playful
Social, curious and loves attention
Temperament, honestly
Your constant companion
Burmese are social, clever and full of fun. They'll greet you at the door, help with whatever you're doing and finish the day curled up as close to you as possible.
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Devoted
Forms strong bonds and loves to be involved.
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Playful
Stays kitten-like and keen on games for years.
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Sociable
Usually great with children and other pets.
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Curious
Investigates everything — nothing goes unexplored.
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Talkative
Happy to chat, with a softer voice than the Siamese.
A Burmese-friendly home
Life with a Burmese
Burmese ask for very little grooming but plenty of attention — company, play and a warm lap are what they love most.
Never too far away
Burmese don't like long hours alone. They're happiest with people at home, or with another cat for company.
Safe indoor living
Trusting and curious, Burmese are safest as indoor cats with plenty of toys, perches and sunny spots.
Easy coat care
A weekly brush or a rub with a damp chamois keeps that satin coat gleaming.
Our Verified Burmese Partner
Arsenios Burmese
Our trusted Burmese partner is a registered breeder, ensuring the highest standards of health, temperament, and ethical breeding practices.
- Registered breeder
- Health-focused
- Sound temperament
- Ethical breeding
Ready for life with a Burmese?
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