The Burmilla is a cat of medium build, the female is much smaller and daintier than the male. Their head has good width between the ears and a gently rounded dome. The jaw is wide at the hinge tapering to a broad blunt muzzle.
In profile the head forms a short wedge with a firm chin and the nose is short. The chin and the tip of the nose are in the same vertical plane.
The ears are of medium size with a rounded tip. Their eyes are set well apart and are full and expressive. The body is firm and muscular with a strong straight back. The legs are of medium length and the hind legs are a little longer than the front.
This cat loves attention and needs to be part of the family.
They can be quite demanding and often follow their owners around the house crying for attention. If spoken to they often appear to understand and answer. Burmillas are very intelligent and can often work out problems such as door-opening. The curiosity and friendliness of Burmillas can often lead them to stray, therefore they may be best confined to the house.
They usually settle quite happily to this arrangement, as above all they do love their home comforts.
They love to play with toys, and scratching posts should be provided for amusement. Alongside quality time set aside for play with their humans.
They can be very sensitive to their owner’s feelings and this makes them excellent companions.
They are generally good with children and when fed up with the rough and tumble of play with human children, will stalk off until peace resumes.
The short close-lying coat of the Burmilla does not require much grooming although they do appreciate the attention that comes with it.
