Burmilla Cat

The Burmilla will benefit from some access to a secure garden or a purpose-built cat run ideally complete with climbing branches, ramps and sunbathing shelves so that they can enjoy the outdoor world safely. Due to their friendly, outgoing nature and athletic ability, it is not recommended that a Burmilla have unsupervised access to the outside in an insecure area, as they are highly likely to wander and are at risk from thieves. 

Although laid-back and relaxed, the Burmilla is an active and playful cat that will benefit from games, puzzles and climbing equipment such as cat-trees or even cat gyms. Providing plenty of opportunities to climb, jump and play, as well as interactive games with their humans, will keep a Burmilla happy, mentally satisfied and fulfilled.  

They also respond well to clicker training and can learn a variety of tricks and useful behaviours. 

Every cat is unique and each has their own particular likes, dislikes, and needs when it comes to food. However, cats are carnivores and every cat must obtain 41 different and specific nutrients from their food. The proportion of these nutrients will vary depending on age, lifestyle and overall health, so it's not surprising that a growing, energetic kitten needs a different balance of nutrients in her diet than a less active senior cat. Other considerations to bear in mind are feeding the right quantity of food to maintain 'ideal body condition' in accordance with feeding guidelines and catering to individual preference regarding wet or dry food recipes. 

The Burmilla is a neat, clean cat, however a weekly groom is an opportunity to check your cat all over, spend some time bonding and ensure the coat is in top condition. A greasy coat is a sign your cat is not self-grooming at all and this may indicate poor health. 

As with all cats, regular vaccination and parasite control is recommended. 

The Burmilla makes a great family pet, willing to interact and play, but easily able to spend time without human entertainment. As with all cats, children should be old enough to respect their space and handle them gently. Better suited to a calm and relaxed home, rather than a wildly busy and boisterous home.