Lilac Points are known today for their exciting and unique coloring, although this was a matter of contention early on.
For their part, Lilac Points are now extremely loved by cattists, and the cats love to tell you about it, too! Siamese cats are somewhat vocal and social.
Let’s take a look at this extraordinary variety of Siamese cat, what to expect when living with one, and whether or not they make good companions.
When Lilac Points first appeared at chows, many “experts” dismissed them as poor quality Blue Point variations, presumably because of the similarity in color.
It took some time, but eventually, the breed gained recognition in the US in 1955. They were recognized in Britain five years later, completing the breed’s establishment in the cat world.
Siamese cats are ancient in terms of history. Their exact origin dates are not known, but the best guess suggests they were first documented in Thailand.
A couple of Siamese have held fascinating Guinness World Records. In one case, Siamese/Burmese gave birth to a record number of kittens – 19 in all!
Siamese cats, in general, love to be very vocal. They will constantly meow or make other kitty sounds. Often, they get pretty loud.
On average, Lilac Points grow to between eight and 10 inches tall (20-25cm) and will generally weigh in at 8 to 12 lbs (3.5 – 5.5kg).