Buyer question
How long does a Siamese live?
Our Animal Library gives the Siamese a lifespan of 15–20 years.
Source: the Siamese page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Siamese in the Animal Library
The detail
An ancient pointed breed from Thailand, lean, loud and intensely social. A Siamese wants to be involved in everything you do and will tell you about it, which is a joy for some owners and too much for others.
- Origin
- Thailand (Siam)
- Best fit
- Homes with people around
- Temperament
- Vocal, clever, demanding
What to weigh
A Siamese is loud, needs company and gets bored fast, so long empty days often mean a second cat. The breed also has known eye, liver and dental risks.