Siamese cats trace back to the pointed cats of Thailand, once called Siam, and reached the United States in the late 1800s. Their pale bodies, darker faces, ears, paws and tails, and vivid almond-shaped blue eyes come from a temperature-sensitive pigment gene. The short, fine coat has no undercoat, so shedding is low to moderate and a weekly brush is usually plenty.
The personality is the real draw. Many Siamese are talkative, clever and devoted, and they can turn loud or mischievous when bored or left alone for long hours. Many cats listed as Siamese are pointed mixes, so looks and temperament vary. In Marietta, a Siamese fits best with someone who works from home or keeps a steady schedule and enjoys puzzle toys and play.