Burmilla: Personality, Colors, Grooming, Health, Care Special Info

Burmilla is easygoing, affectionate, and social. These cute cats are a cross between chinchilla-colored Persians and Burmese cats, resulting in Burmillas’ outgoing but calm personalities.

The breed is known for its super-soft coat and bright green eyes. Burmillas require only minimal care and get along well with everyone, so they make excellent first pets and family cats.

Burmillas came into existence in the 1980s and are still relatively rare. Due to their rarity and complex four-generation breeding process, Burmilla kittens typically cost between $800–$1,200 from a reputable breeder.

• Origin: United Kingdom
• Height: 10–12 inches
• Weight: 6–13 pounds
• Length: Up to 20 inches
• Lifespan: 7–12 years
• Colors: The coat is dense and short with a pale undercoat and distinctive dark tipping to the ends of the hairs.

Breed Characteristics

The Barmila breed is loving and sweet-natured. He likes attention but not in the sometimes demanding way Burmese. It is relatively calm, although it is generally more playful and whimsical than the Persian. Barilla can also be a bit mischievous and is known as a slightly goofy, almost clown-like character.

Although they enjoy the company of their people, they have an independent streak, so they make great cats for working owners. They also get along well with other cats and dogs, provided introductions are made carefully.

Affectionate with Family: 4Point

Amount of Shedding: 3Point

General Health: 3Point

Potential for Playfulness: 5Point

Kid-Friendly: 4Point

Easy to Groom: 4Point

Intelligence: 3Point

Pet Friendly: 4Point

History

Burmila came into being as a result of a happy accident. In 1981, Baroness Miranda von Kirchberg purchased a male Chinchilla Persian named Jimmy Stenquist. Before she had him castrated, he crossed paths with a lilac Burmese female named Bambino Lilac Fabergé.

The mating resulted in four female kittens. All four had short hair and a gorgeous shade of silver. The kittens were so beautiful that subsequent breedings were arranged and a new breed of cat was developed.

The first Burmilla was born in the UK. The breed is gaining popularity but is still relatively rare, especially in the United States.

Appearance

The Burmilla is a muscular yet elegant medium-sized cat with a thick double-layered coat that feels soft and silky. Occasionally, the Barmilla may have a slightly longer coat which is classified as semi-long hair. This is the result of a recessive gene from the chinchilla.

Barillas come in a variety of coat colors and patterns. They are either tipped or shaded. If they have a tipped coat, it means they have a light color covering a silver or golden undercoat. Silver-tipped cats can often appear close to white. Shaded Burmillas have a dark color pattern that appears mainly on their backs and top of their shoulders and on the outside of their legs.

Temperament

Barnala is a gentle, playful, and loyal companion. A cross between the bold, demanding Burmese personality and the quiet, tolerant Persian nature resulted in the sociable and easy-going nature of the Burmilla. These cats are friendly and charming without neediness.

This gregarious race loves human company and family life. Barillas generally get along well with children, other cats, and cat-friendly dogs. Although they are social, this breed enjoys some independence and does not need to be constantly entertained by people or other playmates.

Overall, the Burmilla is a sweet, good-natured pet. These cats love to relax on your lap and maintain excitement for playtime well into adulthood.

“Barilla cats often exhibit kitten-like characteristics even as they mature into adulthood,” says Curt Venator, DVM, Ph.D. and Purina’s Chief Veterinary Officer.

Personality

The Burmilla’s temperament gives you the best of both its parent breeds – the active, mischievous, demanding personality of the Burmese is tempered by the calm, easy-going, loving Chinchilla Persian.

Some have commented on Barmila’s quirky and charming personality. Adventurous and bold as kittens, Burmillas grow into sweet-natured, people-oriented adults. Not as active as the Burmese, the Burmilla is still full of life and enjoys a good game of catnip toy wrestling.

However, their favorite games they share with their human companions. Spinning feathers, laser light toys, round toys to be fetched again and again – these throw Burmilla into a frenzy of joy. A ball of scrap paper will serve just as well if you’re there to share the fun.

Like the Burmese, they are also very curious and intelligent; Anything you have hidden in that locked room or closet is cause for a thorough inspection by the inquisitive Burmilla. This determined breed will find a way into that closed door or closet, especially if they see you wouldn’t have done it instead.

Anything left in the open is also fair game; Don’t expect keys, socks, glass cases, pens, or the contents of your purse to stay where you put them. Small movable objects instantly become toys. Watch out: You can see your Burmillas texting their Burmilla friends.

After a good game, your loyal and loving Burmilla will want to snuggle up in your lap or arms or do some petting, purring, and catnapping on the couch next to you.

Not overly vocal, bar mills have a loud, deep-throated purr that they switch on when you slide your hand down their silky back. Overall, it is Burmilla’s intelligent, loving, attractive personality that wins many fans of the breed.

Health issues

Burmilla cats are a relatively healthy breed. That said, they can be prone to developing the same problems as Burmese cats. While there is no guarantee that your cat will develop any or all of the following health problems, these are the most common health problems that can arise.

Diabetes Mellitus

Also known as feline diabetes, this occurs when a cat’s blood sugar becomes unbalanced, and the hormone insulin cannot regulate its levels properly.

Allergies

Like humans, cats can experience allergic reactions to various environmental factors, including but not limited to grass, pollen, or food.

Polycystic Kidney Disease

This disease causes cysts to form in the kidneys. This is a hereditary disease, so cats will already be born with cysts, and they will enlarge over time.

To stay on top of your cat’s health, it’s essential that you take them to their vet for their annual visits. Even if your companion appears to be in perfect shape, you should never skip these annual check-ups, especially since health problems in cats can easily go unnoticed.

Taking your feline friend to the vet has many benefits, one of which is that you can catch problems early. If you have to wait five years between your pet’s appointments or if you wait until they show extreme symptoms, the problem may already be too advanced.

Diagnosing problems at an early stage will benefit your pet’s health, and may mean that treating the problem will be cheaper.

Another benefit of having your cat visit their vet is that it can better avoid preventable diseases. Keeping up to date on their vaccines and getting the necessary prevention for fleas, ticks, and heartworms are all things that can be discussed at their appointment.

Another added benefit of vet visits is that your vet can monitor and monitor your cat’s weight. All cats can be susceptible to obesity, and once your cat gains significant weight, a list of other health problems can quickly follow.

If you ever have questions about your cat’s diet, exercise or weight, talk to your vet about recommendations and tips.

Care

Burmilla’s short, smooth coat is easy with weekly brushing or combing to remove dead hair. Bathing is rarely necessary. Brush or comb the long-haired Burmilla two or three times a week.

Brush teeth to prevent periodontal disease. Daily dental hygiene is best, but weekly brushing is better than nothing. Trim nails weekly. Wipe the corners of the eyes with a soft, damp cloth to remove any discharge. Use a separate area of ​​the cloth for each eye so that you don’t risk spreading any infection.

Check the ears weekly. If they look dirty, clean them with a cotton ball or a soft damp cloth moistened with a 50-50 mixture of cider vinegar and warm water. Avoid using cotton swabs, which can damage the inner ear.

Keep the litter box spotlessly clean. Cats are very particular about bathroom cleanliness.

It is a good idea to keep the Barmilla as an indoor cat only to protect it from diseases spread by other cats, attacks by dogs or coyotes, and other dangers that cats face outside, such as being hit by cars.

Barillas who go outdoors also run the risk of being stolen by someone who wants to get such a beautiful cat without paying for it.

Best Food For

• Hill’s Science Diet Adult Tender Chicken Dinner cat food
• Hill’s Prescription Diet y/d Chicken Flavor Dry Cat Food
• Hill’s Science Diet Adult 11+ Healthy Cuisine Seared Tuna & Carrot Medley Cat Food
• Hill’s Science Diet Adult Chicken Recipe Cat Food

Feeding

Every cat is unique and each has its own unique likes, dislikes, and needs when it comes to food. However, cats are carnivores and every cat must obtain 41 different and specific nutrients from their food.

The amount of these nutrients varies based on age, lifestyle, and overall health, so it’s no surprise that a growing, energetic kitten needs a different balance of nutrients in its diet than a less active senior cat.

Other things to keep in mind include feeding the right amount of food to maintain an ‘ideal body condition’ according to dietary guidelines and catering to individual preferences regarding wet or dry food recipes.

Grooming

In addition to their sweet personality, Burmillas are distinguished by their coats, which have a silvery-white background color that is tipped or shaded with a contrasting color.

With a tipped pattern in Bermilas, the color is about 1/8 of the entire hair length and is evenly distributed, giving the coat a shiny appearance. Burmillas with tipped coats are generally lighter in appearance than burmillas with shaded coats.

In a shaded pattern, 1/3 of the hair shaft is shaded, which is why shaded cats appear darker. Colors for both tipped and shaded patterns include black, brown, lilac, blue, chocolate, cream, red, and tortoise.

A silky coat can be short-haired or long-haired. Long hair may have ear tufts and a fully plumed tail.

In all other respects, they resemble European Burmese with gently rounded heads that taper to short, blunt wedges; medium-sized to large ears with slightly rounded tips that are slightly tilted forward; large eyes that can be any shade of green; and a medium-sized body with slender legs, neat oval paws, and a tail that tapers to a rounded tip.

Training

It is possible to train cats, but you cannot expect the same results as dogs. Burmilla is smart enough to be trained, but the main question will always be whether they really want to be.

Exercise

Burmilla cats are moderately active and enjoy playing together or with their human companions. Later in life, these cats can become a little lazy, so it’s up to their families to make exercise a priority.

Adoption Center

Due to their rarity, you may have to travel a fair distance or wait to secure a Burmilla kitten. The Fancier’s Breeder Referral List (FBRL) maintains a directory of cat breeders in the United States, including a few Burmilla breeders.

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FAQs

Are Burmilla cats good pets?

Barillas generally get along well with children, other cats, and cat-friendly dogs. Although they are social, this breed enjoys some independence and does not need to be constantly entertained by people or other playmates. Overall, the Burmilla is a sweet, good-natured pet.

Are Burmilla cats rare?

Burmilla cats are a relatively rare cat breed, so there’s a good chance you’ve never come across one. However, if you are lucky enough to meet one of these charming cats, don’t be surprised if they win you over with their love in no time.

How do I know if my cat is a Burmilla?

Burmilla is a cat that is very round. The head is round and the tips of the ears are rounded. The profile shows a “break” and the eyes are very slightly slanted. The Burmilla’s coat is short and soft.

Are Burmilla cats playful?

Barillas are sociable, playful, and affectionate, get along well with other household pets and well-behaved children around cats and retain many kitten-like characteristics into adulthood.