Siamese is one of the rarest and most sought-after cat breeds in the world.
People adore these cats for their one-of-a-kind beauty and distinctive personalities, and of course, for their gorgeous pair of blue eyes!
Fortunately, there are many types of Siamese to choose from if you plan to adopt one.
Tortoiseshell Siamese cats have many things in common with normal Siamese, possessing features like gorgeous blue eyes, triangular ears, and pointed tails.
Blue Tortie Point, seal Tortie Point, lilac Tortie Point, chocolate Tortie Point, fawn Tortie Point, cinnamon Tortie Point, caramel Tortie Point—take your pick!
Like other Siamese cats, Tortoiseshell Siamese cats are easygoing, loyal, lively, friendly, curious, outgoing, affectionate, playful, and extremely clever.
Tortie Point Siamese cats are more likely to develop an eye condition that may cause blindness. Some cats may even suffer from lung issues with age.
The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF) initially recognized the seal Tortie Point Siamese in 1966.
The fawn, cinnamon, and caramel Tortie Points later received recognition. The American Cat Fanciers Association (AFCA) and the International Cat Association (TICA) are two cat registries that recognize Tortie Point Siamese cats.
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