Description:
The ideal Birman is a large, long stocky cat. It has long silky hair, not as thick as that of the Persian, and is of a texture that doesn't mat. The colour of the coat is light, preferably with a golden cast, as if misted with gold. The 'points' - face, legs and tail - are darker, similar to the Siamese. The almost round eyes are blue, set in a strong face with heavy jaws, full chin and Roman nose with nostrils set low. The very distinctive white feet are ideally symmetrical.