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The myth of the Siamese cat?
Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by
far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Surely not all of them are bad or have bad thoughts like the one depicted in the "Get Fuzzy" comic strips. -- My cat's job is to look pretty, smell good, sleep, eat, pee, & poop, in that order. |
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"Ablang" wrote in message ... Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Hey Ablang, I love Siamese Cats. The purebred one's can be a little strange, but then those Cats also sell for big bucks. I had three Siamese Cats at one time and I couldn't tell that they were anymore malevolent then any of my other Cats. Besides, I think Siamese are so beautiful, there like fine hand-painted china, no pun intended. Seeya, William Berry, author of "Do You Hear The Cat Voices Singing? ISBN# 1-59113-445-5 |
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"Ablang" wrote in message ... Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Hey Ablang, I love Siamese Cats. The purebred one's can be a little strange, but then those Cats also sell for big bucks. I had three Siamese Cats at one time and I couldn't tell that they were anymore malevolent then any of my other Cats. Besides, I think Siamese are so beautiful, there like fine hand-painted china, no pun intended. Seeya, William Berry, author of "Do You Hear The Cat Voices Singing? ISBN# 1-59113-445-5 |
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On Mon, 8 Dec 2003 02:39:47 +0000 (UTC), Ablang
wrote: Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Surely not all of them are bad or have bad thoughts like the one depicted in the "Get Fuzzy" comic strips. I was adopted by a Siamese who was about two years old -- had her for 14 years. She was a traditionmal (applehead) Siamese and was the most wonderful cat one could hope for. She talked to me and we understood each other. She was not a lap cast, but was always close to me. She like to keep me on schedule and always reminded me of the time. I miss her. MLB |
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On Mon, 8 Dec 2003 02:39:47 +0000 (UTC), Ablang
wrote: Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Surely not all of them are bad or have bad thoughts like the one depicted in the "Get Fuzzy" comic strips. I was adopted by a Siamese who was about two years old -- had her for 14 years. She was a traditionmal (applehead) Siamese and was the most wonderful cat one could hope for. She talked to me and we understood each other. She was not a lap cast, but was always close to me. She like to keep me on schedule and always reminded me of the time. I miss her. MLB |
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Ablang wrote in message ...
Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. IME, usually, it is for medical problems, because they are "too vocal" or seen as "aggressive". Siamese are prone to 19 different genetic diseases. They are probably the most ill-bred breed available. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Surely not all of them are bad or have bad thoughts like the one depicted in the "Get Fuzzy" comic strips. I think Siamese are awsome cats, but again, the breed has become ill-bred. They also take a certain kind of person to understand their quirks. We see a lot of them in the shelters, but I think I, personally, have experienced more surrendered Persians than Siamese. Most of those are surrendered for behavioral issues, mainly secondary to declawing. -L. |
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Ablang wrote in message ...
Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. IME, usually, it is for medical problems, because they are "too vocal" or seen as "aggressive". Siamese are prone to 19 different genetic diseases. They are probably the most ill-bred breed available. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Surely not all of them are bad or have bad thoughts like the one depicted in the "Get Fuzzy" comic strips. I think Siamese are awsome cats, but again, the breed has become ill-bred. They also take a certain kind of person to understand their quirks. We see a lot of them in the shelters, but I think I, personally, have experienced more surrendered Persians than Siamese. Most of those are surrendered for behavioral issues, mainly secondary to declawing. -L. |
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On Mon, 8 Dec 2003 02:39:47 UTC, Ablang
wrote: Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Surely not all of them are bad or have bad thoughts like the one depicted in the "Get Fuzzy" comic strips. Go to private breeders and get tradition, "applehead" Siamese. These are the best of the breed. wonderful, loving cats,but very quirky. I love them. Have 4 right now - 2 tortie points, one flame point kitten found in a parking lot. Have had 8 over the years.. (I also have 4 other DSH) LT |
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On Mon, 8 Dec 2003 02:39:47 UTC, Ablang
wrote: Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Surely not all of them are bad or have bad thoughts like the one depicted in the "Get Fuzzy" comic strips. Go to private breeders and get tradition, "applehead" Siamese. These are the best of the breed. wonderful, loving cats,but very quirky. I love them. Have 4 right now - 2 tortie points, one flame point kitten found in a parking lot. Have had 8 over the years.. (I also have 4 other DSH) LT |
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Meghan Noecker wrote
On Mon, 8 Dec 2003 02:39:47 +0000 (UTC), Ablang wrote: Every time I visit my local shelter, the purebred I see the most by far is the Siamese cat. I have my suspicions as to why they seem to be available in abundance. I read they have a reputation for mischief and trouble. So a lot of them must be getting turned in because they knock things over, or are incorrigible. Is there anyone here who can attest for or against the Siamese cat? Surely not all of them are bad or have bad thoughts like the one depicted in the "Get Fuzzy" comic strips. We have only had one that was difficult. He needed to be an only pet as he was jealous of the other animals, both cats and dogs. Overall, though, they are awesome. We currently have 3, and we have had 5 others before, and my mom had a few more before I was born. Basically, Siamese cats are very friendly, very vocal, and very much want to be an active member of the family. They don't like to be ignored. They are a bit more like dogs in the respect that they will follow you around and participate in everything whether you want them to or not. They aren't as aloof as many other cats. We first got Ting RB when I was at school. Later I bought my mother Suk RB as a present - though she had to come to us for her last few years because of my mother's moves. My wife and I have had Tao MIA - we only had him for a few months. Then we got the twins, Pish RB and Tush RB. Tush RB died earlier, so we got Quango RB, and Nanki Poo when Pish RB went. A couple of years ago we lost Quango RB, and Minke came into our lives. Naturally, all of them are Siamese - we would not have any other cat. Nanki Poo is actually quiet. With Quango ageing so not too active we forgot how loud a Siamese can be, and when Minke arrived he was the most quiet sedate kitten imaginable. Now he is a year old he has forgotten all that, cranked up the volume, and "the yowl" is back! -- David Stevenson Storypage: http://blakjak.com/sty_menu.htm Liverpool, England, UK Emails welcome Nanki Poo: SI Bp+W B 10 Y L+ W++ C+ I T+ A- E H++ V- F Q P B+ PA+ PL+ SC Minke: SI W+Cp B 1 Y++ L-- W- C+ |
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