Your guide to finding and caring for a Siamese in Alexandria
Siamese cats fit well into Alexandria's older neighborhoods, where big windows and quiet porches give a curious cat plenty to watch. In the Garden District, the Craftsman bungalows along Marye and Jackson streets mean sunny sills and room for a tall cat tree. A Siamese will want to be wherever you are, narrating the day in that raspy voice, so it suits people who are home often. Summer heat keeps these cats happily indoors anyway.
Meet a Siamese who needs you
While we don't have enough cats near Alexandria, keep in mind that many rescues may offer transport.
M, 0-6 mo., 215 miles
Siamese, Domestic Short Hair
M, 0-6 mo., 215 miles
Siamese, Domestic Short Hair
F, 1 y., 217 miles
Siamese, Domestic Long Hair
F, 1 y., 217 miles
Siamese, Domestic Long Hair
M, 1 y., 217 miles
Siamese, Tabby
M, 2 mo., 219 miles
Siamese
M, 0-6 mo., 227 miles
Siamese
F, 3-7 y., 229 miles
Siamese, Domestic Short Hair
M, 8 y. +, 231 miles
Siamese, Domestic Short Hair
F, 7 mo., 232 miles
Siamese, Domestic Medium Hair
Siamese descend from the pointed cats of Siam, now Thailand, and reached the United States in the late 1800s. They're medium-sized, lithe and muscular, usually 6 to 14 pounds, with a short, fine coat, a darker face, ears, paws and tail, and almond-shaped blue eyes. Shedding is low to moderate, and a weekly brushing is usually enough.
Personality is the main draw. Many Siamese are talkative, clever and devoted, and they often bond closely with one person. In a city of mostly detached houses like Alexandria, that usually means a cat who supervises every room. Cats vary, and many pointed cats in shelters are Siamese mixes with a similar look and similar needs, so a cat's own behavior tells you more than its coloring.
Having a Siamese in Alexandria
Siamese are social, vocal cats that expect company and conversation. In Alexandria, the questions that matter most are whether someone is home often enough, whether you can keep the cat cool through summer, and whether shared walls will tolerate a loud voice.
Siamese are usually affectionate, curious and talkative, and many attach firmly to one person. Expect running commentary, especially at mealtimes and when you come home. Some enjoy other cats, while others prefer being the only pet. In a house with a good window, a Siamese will likely claim a spot and supervise the street.
Plan on daily interactive play: wand toys, chase games, climbing and puzzle feeders. Because Alexandria summers are hot and thunderstorms are common, indoor play matters most. A tall cat tree by a window, a few short sessions morning and evening, and rotating toys keep a bored Siamese from getting noisy or destructive.
Siamese can be prone to progressive retinal atrophy, liver amyloidosis, asthma, and dental and gum disease. A veterinarian can check teeth, eyes and weight at a wellness exam. In Alexandria's warm, humid climate, ask about year-round flea prevention, since fleas stay active when winters are mild.
Siamese adapt to houses or apartments if they have company and things to climb. Alexandria's detached houses and older bungalows suit a cat who loves window perches. A screened porch isn't a safe place to leave a cat alone, so keep a Siamese indoors or in a fully enclosed catio.
| Expense | Typical cost | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Adoption fee | $355, one time | $355 in year one |
| Food | $25 to $50 per month | $300 to $600 |
| Pet insurance | $25 to $50 per month | $300 to $600 |
| Routine vet care | $150 to $350 per year | $150 to $350 |
| Other* | $450 to $1,150 per year | $450 to $1,150 |
| Estimated yearly total (after year one) | $1,200 to $2,700 | |
| First-year total (with adoption fee) | $1,555 to $3,055 | |
Adoption fee is the fee on Siamese listings in Alexandria on GetBuddy today. Other costs are estimates and vary with size, age and health.
* Litter, flea prevention, a dental cleaning allowance, toys, scratchers and bedding, and light at-home grooming for a short single coat.
Now that you know more, let’s find you a new best friend. These rescues and shelters below currently have Siamese available.
Alexandria's cats find homes through a city animal shelter and volunteer-run rescues, including the ones listed here. Here are the rescues & shelters in the Alexandria area where you can find Siamese and other cats available for adoption.
Yes, for people who are home often and enjoy a talkative cat. A Siamese does well in Alexandria's houses and small rentals when it has play, window perches and company, and it should stay indoors because of summer heat and storms. Long workdays alone can lead to loud complaints, so weigh your schedule before adopting.
Yes, as indoor cats. Summers here are hot and humid, with many days at 90°F or higher and warm nights, so a Siamese needs air conditioning, fresh water and shade from sunny windows. Schedule play for early or late in the day inside. Winter is mild, though a short single coat means a warm bed still helps.
Yes. There's no known breed ban in Alexandria. Louisiana requires cats over three months old to have a rabies vaccination from a licensed veterinarian, and city code requires cats adopted from the Alexandria Animal Shelter to be sterilized. Rules differ by town, so recheck them if you ever move.
Yes. Many Alexandria rentals are houses or small multiplexes rather than big complexes, and a Siamese does well in either with perches, scratching posts and daily play. The main issue is volume, since a loud voice carries through shared walls. Get pet terms in writing from your landlord, including any deposit or monthly pet rent.
Very little. A Siamese has a short, fine single coat, so a weekly brushing handles loose hair and baths are rarely needed. Alexandria's humidity doesn't change that, but regular teeth care matters more than coat care. Light grooming supplies fall under the yearly Other costs of about $450 to $1,150, which also cover litter.
A Siamese cat is a pointed breed from Thailand, once called Siam, known for a pale body with darker face, ears, paws and tail, plus bright blue almond-shaped eyes. Siamese are slender, medium-sized and short-haired. Many are famously talkative, intelligent and affectionate, and the breed has helped create many others, including the Balinese, Himalayan and Oriental Shorthair.
A Siamese cat has a long, slender body, long legs and tail, and a short, glossy coat in a pale shade with darker points on the face, ears, paws and tail. Its eyes are almond-shaped and vivid blue. Modern show Siamese have a long wedge-shaped head and very large ears, while traditional types have rounder heads.
Siamese cats are typically talkative, affectionate, curious and very attached to their people. Many follow owners around, join in activities and demand attention with a loud, distinctive voice. They are often playful and clever enough to learn tricks. Their need for company means they can become lonely or mischievous when left alone for long stretches.
We have 1 rescue with Siamese available: Cenla Alliance for Animals. You can see every rescue with Siamese available in the list above these questions, or scroll to the top to see the Siamese near Alexandria.
Expect roughly $1,200 to $2,700 a year for a Siamese in Alexandria. That covers food at $25 to $50 a month, insurance at $25 to $50 a month, routine vet care at $150 to $350 a year, and other costs such as litter, flea prevention and dental care at $450 to $1,150 a year.
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