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Breed information
Length range : 30-45.7 cm
Height range : 20-28cm
Weight range : 2.7-5.4kg
Coat : Long|single coat|silky|straight|close-lying|no undercoat|plumed tail
Life expectancy years : 18-22
Colors: seal point|chocolate point|blue point|lilac point|frost|cream|red|fawn|cinnamon|lynx point|tortie point|smoke point|silver lynx point.
Activitity Level : High
Origin: United States
Similar Breeds : Siamese|Colorpoint Shorthair|Oriental Longhair|Havana|Ocicat|Tonkinese
History
Longhaired Siamese kittens were noted as early as the early 1900s. Modern development began in the 1940s and 1950s in the United States through breeders including Helen Smith / Sylvia Holland and Marion Dorsey. The breed was named for the graceful dancers of Bali and achieved CFA championship recognition in 1970 / with later color expansions and a 2008 merge of Javanese divisions in CFA.
Temperament
Playful
Personality
Affectionate, loving, sociable, vocal, lively, intelligent, active, playful, demanding, curious, gregarious, sensitive, agile, athletic
Needs
Needs stimulation / toys / climbing spaces / play / companionship and regular interaction. The breed may become demanding or unhappy if ignored for long periods.
Social Needs
Very social and affectionate with close family bonds. They may thrive on attention / may be happiest in pairs / and often do well with older children / cat-friendly dogs and interactive households.
Grooming
The Balinese has no downy undercoat and is usually easy to care for. Brushing or combing several times a month to weekly may control shedding and tangles. Baths may occasionally help if oils make the coat look greasy. Nail / eye / ear and dental care are also important.
Nutrition
Adult cats generally need balanced feeding and fresh clean water. Some source text suggests canned food can be useful because it may provide higher water content and lower carbohydrate levels than dry food. Weight control is important because this slender breed should not become obese.
Breed Standard
The ideal Balinese is a svelte / graceful / refined medium-sized cat with long tapering lines / fine bones and firm muscles. The coat is silky without a downy undercoat and the eyes should be blue. Balance and proportion are emphasized over bulk.
Did you know?
Despite the name , the breed does not originate from Bali. The name was chosen because the cat’s graceful movement reminded breeders of Balinese dancers. The Balinese may also leap onto a person’s shoulders and often behaves like a helpful , talkative companion.
Most Common / iconic illnesses
Feline asthma / bronchial disease, Dental and periodontal disease, Progressive retinal atrophy, Gastrointestinal issues including sensitive stomach or pica, Amyloidosis
Symtoms
Feline asthma / bronchial disease
1. Coughing with crouching / neck extension and dry hacking may occur. 2. Wheezing / increased respiratory rate / labored breathing and open-mouth breathing may occur.
Dental and periodontal disease
1. Bad breath / red swollen or bleeding gums / tartar / drooling / pawing at the mouth and face sensitivity may occur. 2. Excess salivation / blood in saliva / dysphagia / loose teeth / weight loss and poor grooming might occur.
Progressive retinal atrophy
1. Night blindness / dilated pupils / increased eye shine / bumping into furniture and progressive blindness may occur.
Gastrointestinal issues including sensitive stomach or pica
1. Chronic intermittent vomiting / soft stools or diarrhea / weight loss / chewing or sucking fabrics / holes in fabrics and vomiting fabric pieces may occur.
Amyloidosis
1. Lethargy / severe weight loss / vomiting / jaundice / swollen abdomen or increased thirst and urination may occur depending on the organ involved.
Onset of symptoms
Feline asthma / bronchial disease
1. Symptoms may first appear between 2 and 8 years.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Probability may be high because the Siamese family is described as significantly predisposed.
Dental and periodontal disease
1. Mild gingivitis may begin at 1 to 2 years.
2. Significant disease may be common by 4 to 6 years and many cats over 3 years may need intervention.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Probability may be very high and over 85% of cats over age three may have some form of dental disease.
Progressive retinal atrophy
1. Vision loss may become noticeable around 1.5 to 2 years and may progress over 2 to 4 years.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Probability may be low if responsible breeders use DNA testing but may be high if two carrier parents are bred.
Gastrointestinal issues including sensitive stomach or pica
1. GI sensitivity may begin in late kittenhood or early adulthood.
2. Pica may start in kittens and may persist into adulthood.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Probability may be moderate.
Amyloidosis
1. Often affects young adult to middle-aged cats between 1 and 5 years.
Probability Of Onset:
1. Probability may be low but significant because risk is higher than in the general cat population.
Reasons
Feline asthma / bronchial disease
1. No true deficiency is indicated though low omega-3 fatty acids might worsen inflammatory response.
Progressive retinal atrophy:
1. No deficiency is indicated because this is genetic.
Dental and periodontal disease
1. No chemical deficiency is indicated because plaque and bacterial buildup are emphasized.
Gastrointestinal issues including sensitive stomach or pica
1. Cobalamin vitamin B12 may become low with malabsorption in IBD-related cases.
Amyloidosis
1. No deficiency is indicated because this is linked to abnormal protein deposition.
Feline asthma / bronchial disease:
- Environmental management may include dust-free litter / HEPA filtration / avoiding scented products and regular cleaning.
- Corticosteroids and bronchodilators might be used and inhaled delivery may be helpful.
Dental and periodontal disease:
- Daily tooth brushing and home oral hygiene may help.
- Professional periodontal therapy under general anaesthesia / scale and polish / full-mouth X-rays / extraction and possible surgery might be needed.
Progressive retinal atrophy
- DNA screening in breeding cats may help prevent affected kittens.
- Management may involve indoor living and keeping the environment consistent because there is no cure.
Gastrointestinal issues including sensitive stomach or pica:
- Food trials with novel or hydrolyzed protein diets may be helpful for GI signs.
- Restricting access to fabrics / providing enrichment and toys and in severe cases anti-anxiety medication might be used.
Amyloidosis:
- There is no cure.
- Supportive care may include IV fluids / special diets and medicines for nausea and related signs. Ask professional vets for detailed information.
Feline asthma / bronchial disease :
- Omega-3 fatty acids can/might be helpful for anti-inflammatory support.
- Quercetin can/might be helpful for antihistamine and anti-inflammatory support.
- Vitamin C can/might be helpful for antioxidant support.
Dental and periodontal disease
- VOHC-approved water additives / dental treats or oral gels can/might be helpful for reducing plaque or tartar.
- Dental probiotics can/might be helpful for oral bacterial balance.
Progressive retinal atrophy
- No supplement can/might be helpful because the text indicates no supplement has been proven to stop or reverse the condition.
Gastrointestinal issues including sensitive stomach or pica
- Probiotics can/might be helpful for gut microbiome support.
- Psyllium husk can/might be helpful for stool regulation.
- Vitamin B12 can/might be helpful if deficiency is diagnosed.
Amyloidosis
- SAM-e can/might be helpful for liver support.
- Milk thistle can/might be helpful for liver support.
- Omega-3 fatty acids can/might be helpful for kidney inflammation support.
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