History
Siamese cat originated in Thailand (formerly known as Siam). The Siamese is one of the oldest breeds of domestic cat and also arguably the most recognizable breed on the earth. The Siamese were first imported to England in 1884. A British Consul general was gifted these cats and he brought them to England from Bangkok. Siamese cats were imported to America in early twentieth century. These cats instantly became popular in Britain and America and began appearing in cat shows.

Appearance
Siamese are sleek cats with striking color contrast, deep blue almond eyes and short silky coat. It is a medium-sized cat with long tapering lines. They have a muscular tubular body supported by long legs. They have a finely chiseled head with a visible kink in their tail. Siamese come in four colors - seal, chocolate, blue, and lilac point.

Personality
Siamese are very gregarious and depend a lot on their humans. They crave for attention. They are unpredictable in their behavior and can appear aloof and disinterested. Siamese are very good communicators. Their voice is legendary. They communicate both with their voice and with their body language.