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Temperature affects the C gene codes for the enzyme tyrosinase, the first step in pigment production. The recessive alleles determine whether a cat is a complete albino or a temperature sensitive albino. These genes affect the color of the cats eyes and coat.

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Is the sphinx cat just a bald Siamese?

No, the Sphinx cat is a different breed from the Siamese. While both breeds are known for their sleek appearance, Sphinx cats do not have fur at all, while Siamese cats have a short coat of fur. Additionally, the two breeds have different genetic backgrounds and physical characteristics.


How did Siamese cats get their name?

I'm not to sure about this but I think that they got their name because Siamese, or conjoined, twins look the same, and every Siamese cat look more or less the same as each other. it is actually because the Siamese cat originated in siam, which is now Thailand.


Which breed of cat comes from Thailand?

SiameseThere are 4 official breeds that come from ThailandClassic Siamese, the Thai aka Siamese, Korat and the latest recognised one is theKhao Manee, (even though the Khao Manee has been around for thousands of years)


Siamese cats facts?

it's commonly believed that they originated in Thailand around the 14th century. For a long time, many Siamese cats had crossed eyes and crooked, kinked tails. Siamese cats were treasured by royal families in Thailand. One of the earliest known owners of a Siamese cat was actually U.S. President Rutherford B. Haye's wife, Lucy—which means Siamese cats have a history in the White House, too. Her Siamese cat, named Siam, was a gift from a U.S. diplomat serving in Thailand.


Are Siamese cats rare?

Siamese cats are not considered rare. They are a popular and well-known breed that can be found in many households around the world.

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What does not belong boxer beagle siamese or terrier?

Siamese is a cat, all of the others you mentioned are three different types of dogs.


What does not belong a boxer beagle Siamese or terrier?

Siamese is a cat, all of the others you mentioned are three different types of dogs.


Is the sphinx cat just a bald Siamese?

No, the Sphinx cat is a different breed from the Siamese. While both breeds are known for their sleek appearance, Sphinx cats do not have fur at all, while Siamese cats have a short coat of fur. Additionally, the two breeds have different genetic backgrounds and physical characteristics.


What are Siamese cats bred for?

Who cares! Get a life and look it up urself! Who do you think i am some braniac?


What makes Siamese cats different to other cats?

Siamese cats are supposed to be more active and inquisitive than any other breed of cat.


What is the Chinese word for Siamese Cat?

Are you looking for the different breeds? Siamese is a breed of oriental cat.


What makes Siamese kittens different than Bengal Kittens?

It is often said that Siamese kittens vastly differ from Bengal kittens. Siamese kittens can be purchased at a significantly lower price than Bengal kittens. However, Siamese kittens are known to be much more hyper and high maintenance as opposed to the Bengal breed.


What is the Hawaiian word for Siamese?

Siamese = Kailana


What are the differences between seal point and Siamese cats?

Seal point and Siamese cats are actually the same breed. The term "seal point" refers to a specific color pattern within the Siamese breed. Siamese cats can come in different color points, such as seal, chocolate, blue, and lilac. The main difference between seal point and other Siamese cats is the color of their points, which are dark brown on a lighter body.


Where can Siamese cats be adopted in Florida?

Siamese cats can be adopted from many different places in Florida. SiameseRescue and AdoptAPet are some sites can let you adopt and find information on where to adopt a pet.


If my pet was a Siamese would I have a dog or a cat?

Siamese is a cat breed


What does not belong in boxer beagle Siamese terrier?

Siamese does not belong. Siamese is a cat and cannot breed with dogs.