IDEAL FOR
- + Owners who love the Siamese personality but want longhair beauty
- + People seeking a communicative and emotionally deep companion
- + Those who spend significant time at home and can provide constant attention
WEIGHT
2.5 - 5KG
LIFESPAN
12 - 20YEARS
THINK TWICE IF
- - Owners sensitive to frequent and loud vocalization
- - People who are away from home for most of the day
- - Those who prefer a quiet, independent, or self-sufficient pet
MORPHOLOGY STUDY
HEALTH RISK ADVISORY
Amyloidosis
Severity: Moderate
Dental Disease
Severity: Moderate
The Balinese is a long-haired breed of domestic cat with Siamese-style point coloration and sapphire-blue eyes.
CARE INDEX
GROOMING
SHEDDING
ACTIVITY
ECONOMICS & ORIGIN
PRICE RANGE
$1,500 - $3,500 (Cattery standard)
ORIGIN & BIOLOGY
United States / Thailand / oriental
SOCIAL COMPATIBILITY
KIDS
OTHER CATS
DOGS
STRANGERS
RECOMMENDED CARE ITEMS
Soft Fabric Cat Tunnel
Provides an outlet for their high energy and satisfies their love for hide-and-seek games
Multi-Sound Teaser Wand
Engages both sight and hearing to satisfy a vocal breed that thrives on interactive play
IDENTIFICATION TIP
"Same points and blue eyes as a Siamese, but look for a long, silky coat and a luxurious plumed tail."
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Q. Are they really from Bali?
A. No, the breed was developed in the US. They were named 'Balinese' because their graceful movements reminded breeders of Balinese dancers.
Q. Are they hypoallergenic?
A. They are known to produce lower levels of Fel d 1 protein, making them a better choice for some allergy sufferers, though individual reactions vary.
OFFICIAL RECOGNITION
REFERENCES & SOURCES
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association)
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD →TICA (The International Cat Association)
TICA (The International Cat Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
TICA (The International Cat Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD →* This guide describes general breed characteristics. For medical decisions, always consult a professional veterinarian.