Your guide to finding and caring for a Burmilla in Jackson
A Burmilla fits easily into an indoor life in Jackson, whether that's a Midtown condo or a bungalow off Farish Street. This medium-sized cat is happy with a window perch and a tall cat tree, and it's sociable when you're home without demanding constant attention. Most cope fine with a workday alone. Summers here are long and sticky, so a cool spot indoors matters more to a Burmilla than a yard ever would.
Meet your next Burmilla
While we don't have enough cats near Jackson, keep in mind that many rescues may offer transport.
F, 0-6 mo., 367 miles
Bombay
F, 6 mo.-2 y., 367 miles
Bombay
F, 0-6 mo., 367 miles
Bombay
F, 0-6 mo., 367 miles
Bombay
F, 6 mo.-2 y., 367 miles
Bombay
F, 6 mo.-2 y., 367 miles
Domestic Short Hair, Bombay
M, 0-6 mo., 367 miles
Domestic Short Hair, Bombay
M, 0-6 mo., 367 miles
Domestic Short Hair, Bombay
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Domestic Short Hair, Bombay
F, 3-7 y., 367 miles
Domestic Short Hair, Bombay
The Burmilla began with an accidental mating in Britain in 1981, when a Chinchilla Persian male met a lilac Burmese female and produced four shaded silver kittens. The name blends Burmese and Chinchilla. Burmillas are medium-sized, usually 6 to 13 pounds, with green eyes outlined in dark color and a shimmering coat that is pale at the roots and tipped with color.
Many combine Burmese playfulness with Persian calm, staying kittenish into adulthood without being demanding. They're people-oriented and generally quiet, though some like to chat. Coats come short or semi-long, and weekly combing handles most of the upkeep. The breed is uncommon, so watch the listings on this page, since availability changes often.
Having a Burmilla in Jackson
A Burmilla is playful without being frantic and affectionate without being clingy. In Jackson, the details that matter most are daily play indoors, kidney screening, a cool home through the long summer, and a safe setup for any time outside.
Burmillas tend to be sweet, curious and sociable, greeting visitors and settling near their people. Many get along with respectful children, other cats and cat-friendly dogs after gradual introductions, which helps in a Jackson duplex or apartment building. Each cat differs, so how comfortable a cat is with handling says more than breed averages.
Expect short bursts of play followed by long naps. Wand toys, chase games, climbing trees and food puzzles cover most of it, and rotating toys keeps a Burmilla interested. Indoor play does the work in Jackson, where summer afternoons are too hot for outdoor time. Daily interactive sessions also help prevent weight gain.
Burmillas can inherit polycystic kidney disease and the Burmese head defect, and both have DNA tests, though not every cat develops problems. A veterinarian can explain testing and kidney checks. Yearly exams are a good time to review vaccines, weight and dental health, which matter more as a cat ages.
A Burmilla can do well in a Jackson apartment, duplex or house that offers climbing spots, window perches and a quiet place to rest. Many handle a workday alone. Keep the cat indoors and screen windows and balconies, since coyotes live in the city and may treat small pets as prey. A harness or enclosure is safest outside.
| Expense | Typical cost | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
Other costs are estimates and vary with size, age and health.
* Litter, flea prevention, a dental cleaning allowance, toys, scratchers and cat trees, and combing supplies for a short or semi-long coat.
Now that you know more, let’s find you a new best friend. These rescues and shelters below have cats available in and near Jackson.
Jackson's adoptions run through busy nonprofit rescues, and the groups listed below are working at or near capacity. Here are the rescues & shelters in the Jackson area with cats available for adoption, worth asking whether a Burmilla is coming in.
Yes, most Burmillas handle Jackson summers well as indoor cats, provided the home stays cool. Highs average 92°F, and July and August each bring about 23 days at or above 90°F, with warm nights. Keep air conditioning running, offer fresh water in several spots, close blinds on sunny windows, and never leave a cat in a parked car.
Yes, Jackson has no breed ban, and Mississippi requires rabies vaccination starting at three months, so keep a tag on the cat. Because the breed is uncommon, watch the listings on this page, save a search to hear about new cats, or look at similar breeds and nearby cities while you wait.
Yes, a Burmilla usually does well in a Jackson apartment, since it's medium-sized, fairly quiet and often fine alone during a workday. Pet deposits and pet rent are set by each landlord in Mississippi, so get fees in writing before signing. Provide window perches, a tall cat tree and daily play, and screen balconies and windows.
Yes, for people who want an affectionate, playful indoor cat. A Burmilla is sociable, generally quiet and comfortable with a workday alone, which suits Jackson's mix of apartments, duplexes and houses. The main adjustments are the long, humid summer, spring storms and the occasional ice storm, so plan for a cool home, a carrier and a few days of supplies.
Weekly combing is usually enough for a Burmilla, whether the coat is short or semi-long. Expect a little more shedding as the seasons change, and brush out loose hair more often then to cut down on hairballs. Jackson's humidity doesn't change the routine, and most cats need no professional grooming, so a comb fits within the Other costs.
No, Burmilla cats are not hypoallergenic. They shed like other cats, and the main cat allergen, a protein found in saliva and skin secretions, spreads onto the coat during grooming. There is no evidence that Burmillas produce less of it. People with allergies should spend extended time with the specific cat before adopting and discuss options with their doctor.
Burmilla cats typically live about 10 to 15 years, and many healthy indoor cats reach their mid-teens or beyond. Lifespan depends on genetics, weight, dental care and access to veterinary care. Inherited kidney disease from Persian ancestry can shorten life, so scheduling regular blood and urine tests as the cat ages is worthwhile.
A Burmilla is a medium-sized cat breed created in Britain from a cross between a Chinchilla Persian and a Burmese. It is known for a sparkling silver or golden coat tipped or shaded with color, green eyes rimmed in dark outlines, and a playful, gentle personality. Burmillas come in shorthaired and semi-longhaired varieties.
Yes, Burmillas usually make good indoor cats. They tend to be adaptable, relaxed and content with home life as long as they have toys, climbing spaces and window perches. Many are comfortable being alone for a few hours. Daily interactive play keeps them fit and engaged, and a secure enclosure or harness can add safe outdoor experiences.
Expect roughly $1,200 to $2,700 a year for a Burmilla in Jackson. Food runs $25 to $50 a month and insurance $25 to $50 a month, routine vet care $150 to $350 a year, and litter, flea prevention, dental care and supplies add $450 to $1,150 a year. Adoption fees vary by listing.
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