Burmilla
The Burmilla is a breed which is not presently recognised but soon will be. It is English and is the result of an accidental mating between a lilac Burmese and a Chinchilla, in 1981.
Four kittens were born with short hair which, as they grew to maturity, turned to a wonderful silver color : the start of a new breed of cat.
A gentle, affectionate, calm animal, the Burmilla fits happily into the family. From the Chinchilla it gets it habit of 'chatting' to its owner. A fun cat, it loves to play with children but is nervous of strangers. It needs company and should never be left alone for any length of time. Brushing twice a week and a weighed diet will keep it healthy. It likes lots of space without being a wanderer.
GENERAL
Medium sized with a straight back. Fairly heavy bone structure. Medium sized feet with oval paws. Medium long tail with a rounded end.
HEAD
Slightly rounded with a square muzzle. Big, wide based ears which are rounded. Eyes may be any shade of green.
COAT
Silver or golden with pronounced markings. Soft textured. Basic colors of the Burmese.
PICTURES
Information and pictures taken from
'1001 Images of Cats'
1992 Tiger Books International PLC, London
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