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Physical Description

  • Consists of the Balinese Division and the Javanese Division
  • Svelte, sleek build
  • Single, long, silky coat
  • Almost identical to the Siamese
  • Aristocratic appearance
  • Pluming long tail
  • Blue eyes
  • Coat colors include: seal point, blue point, chocolate point and lilac point

Temperament

  • Affectionate, loving
  • Soft voice

At Home

  • Does best indoors
  • Needs sufficient scratching device
  • Declawing is not recommended
  • Kittens are available after 12-16 weeks

Brief History

  • Originated as a mutation of the Siamese cat
  • Only difference between Siamese and Balinese is the coat length
  • Efforts were taken to promote longhaired Siamese cats in the 1940s

Grooming

  • Single coat is easily groomed
  • Trim nails regularly

Medical Conditions

  • Needs boosters by 12 weeks old
  • Annual vet visit for checkups is important


While the listed ailments may be common in this breed, not all members of the breed suffer from these conditions. Responsible breeders screen for orthopedic and genetic diseases.