Are Korats affectionate?

Who is the owner of Si-Sawat cattery in Thailand?

The owner/operators of this cattery are Dennis and Judy Ganoe. We raise Korats or Si-Sawat cats. They are the “Good Luck” cats from Thailand. To find answers to the most often asked questions about the Korat, visit the Korat FAQ. We have also written articles about our breed and you may want to read them as well.

What kind of cat do we raise in Thailand?

We raise Korats or Si-Sawat cats. They are the “Good Luck” cats from Thailand. To find answers to the most often asked questions about the Korat, visit the Korat FAQ. We have also written articles about our breed and you may want to read them as well. This first is an article that was published in Cat Fancy magazine.

Was Judy’s First Korat published in Cat Fancy magazine?

This first is an article that was published in Cat Fancy magazine. The other is a story about Minde, Judy’s first Korat. We hope you enjoy your visit to our cattery website and if you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask.

Who is the owner of the gentlegift cattery?

Welcome to the homepage of the Gentlegift Cattery. The owner/operators of this cattery are Dennis and Judy Ganoe. We raise Korats or Si-Sawat cats. They are the “Good Luck” cats from Thailand. To find answers to the most often asked questions about the Korat, visit the Korat FAQ.

Was the original Siamese cat seal pointed?

The Original ‘Siamese Cat’ was Seal Pointed, as presented in the ancient CAT BOOK POEMS (Tamra Maew) (circa 1350-1767), the SMUD KHOI OF CATS(circa 1868-1910) and a possibly more recent book known as THE BOOK OF THE CAT (Characteristics of Siamese cats). Howere in none of these is the Seal Pointed cat given top billing.

Is raising big cats a humanitarian act?

Clayton Forrester on May 01, 2018: Enre MiriD, Spot on , well written. As in all discussions there are exceptions, raising orphaned or wounded animals thus giving them a chance of a life, not big cats nor animals you would avoid in the wild, would be in my opinion a humanitarian act.

When does the Governing Council of the Cat Fancy open for Christmas?

The office will be closed for Xmas from midday Thursday 23/12/2021 and will reopen on Tuesday 04/01/22. We wish you a happy Christmas. The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy is the premier registration body for cats in the UK.

Does the GCCF lead the way in pedigree cat welfare?

Its leadership on these issues will ensure that the GCCF leads the way in pedigree cat welfare. Claire Bessant, Chief Executive Please note the GCCF telephone hours are 10am to 4pm.

Who is the owner of the Si-Sawat cat cattery?

The owner/operators of this cattery are Dennis and Judy Ganoe. We raise Korats or Si-Sawat cats. They are the “Good Luck” cats from Thailand.

Who is the American Shorthair cat breeder that I bought 2 kittens?

We purchased two American Shorthair cats from Julie Johnson of Silvermark Cattery and never received… I bought 2 kittens from this breeder in June. I have spent well over $5000 in cat bills after paying over 4… This breeder – Margarita Shestakova – is selling sick kittens, with IBD symptoms. She delivered a kitten to… Hello everyone!

Who was Chibley the cat?

Chibley was the ship’s cat aboard the tall ship Barque Picton Castle. She was rescued from an animal shelter and circumnavigated the world five times. Picton Castle’s role as a training ship resulted in Chibley being introduced to a large number of visitors and becoming a celebrity in her own right.

When did Siamese cats become a pet?

In a nutshell, there are records from Thailand that date back to the 1600s which show people having had Siamese cats as pets. They were also trendy pets back then!

Are all Siamese cats pointed?

The takeaway message here is all Siamese, Birmans and Himalayans are pointed cats, but not all pointed cats are purebred as the pointed gene has made its way into the general cat population.

What is the history of the Seal Point Siamese cat?

The history of the seal-point cat. The burgeoning popularity of Siamese cats outside of Thailand began with a single imported pair. Pho and Mia arrived in England in the late 1880s, and their presence ushered in a love of seal-point cats; seal point being the original founding color point.

What was the name of the first Siamese cat?

The first Siamese cats in western cat fancy were named Pho and Mia. They were a breeding pair brought into England in 1884 by Owen Gould. The kittens from Pho and Mia were exhibited by Mr. Gould’s sister at the London show held in the Crystal Palace in 1885.

Is it easy to discard a Maine Coon name?

Be prepared for those involved to disagree with the Maine Coon names you’ve picked. It’s not easy to discard a name you love, but you will likely have to.

Is Deva a good name for a Maine Coon?

Deva means “bright.” According to Greek mythology, Leto is the mother of Apollo and Artemis. Being revered as goddess of the night it is a perfect name for Maine Coon cats calm, to be able to be with the mantle of black or gray color. According to Hindu mythology, Uma is the goddess of light and beauty.

What is the Big Cat Public Safety Act?

The Big Cat Public Safety Act addresses this gap and prohibits the private ownership of big cats. Big cats belong in the wild or, in situations where captive animals can no longer safely be returned to the wild, in accredited sanctuaries equipped to meet their complex physical and psychological needs.

Does Kate Mara support the Big Cat Public Safety Act?

Kate Mara showing her support for the Big Cat Public Safety Act. Mara was one of dozens of celebrities who signed a petition co-authored by the Animal Legal Defense Fund and Blackfish director Gabriela Cowperthwaite.

Is it illegal to own a big cat in the US?

The Big Cat Public Safety Act prohibits the private ownership of big cats and makes it illegal for exhibitors to allow direct contact with cubs. There are few federal laws protecting the millions of wild animals living in captivity in the United States, some of whom are kept in private homes.

What does Si Sawat mean?

In Thailand, the breed is known as Si sawat, meaning “colour of the sawat seed”. The Korat is known colloquially as the “good luck cat”. Traditionally, they are given in pairs to newlyweds or people who are highly esteemed, for good luck. Until recently, Korats were not sold, but only given as gifts.

What is a CFA cat show?

A CFA cat show actually consists of a number of simultaneous cat shows running at the same time within the same place. Depending on the size of the show, there are anywhere from 4 to 12 “rings” (or miniature shows) which generally run 1 to 2 days in length.

What is a GCCF title for a cat?

The official GCCF Titles are: Winning Supreme Adult or Supreme Neuter adds “Supreme” to any other title the cat may hold. A cat retains its title after he or she has been neutered, so many cats are “Champion & Premier”, “Imperial Grand Champion & UK Grand Premier” etc.