A rare, pure-white shorthaired cat from Thailand prized for its jewel-like eyes, which are often odd-colored (one blue, one gold). An ancient breed once kept by Thai royalty.
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Welfare floor for a free-roam pet cat: a secure indoor home with one litter box per cat plus one extra (placed in different rooms), multiple scratching posts and a sturdy cat tree, food and water stations kept away from the litter, and 20–30 minutes of interactive wand/puzzle play every day. Outdoor access only via a fully-fenced catio or harness walks.
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Recommended
Multi-room home with vertical territory
≥ 2 floors / wide rooms, cat trees, catio access
A multi-cat-friendly household with several tall cat trees and wall-mounted perches, window seats with a view, separate feeding stations per cat to reduce resource guarding, and access to a screened catio or balcony for sun and air. Vertical territory matters as much as floor space for cats.
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Ideal
Indoor home + catio + enriched garden
House + outdoor catio + cat-proofed garden
Indoor home paired with a large outdoor catio (or a cat-proof-fenced garden), abundant environmental enrichment (climbing branches, foraging puzzles, water features), and group-compatible housing if multi-cat. This combines the safety of indoor-only living with the behavioural enrichment of supervised outdoor time.
Life & growth stages
How this animal changes through its life — each stage often has its own care, diet and space needs.
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Newborn
Newborn mammals are nursed on their mother's milk. Many are born helpless — blind, deaf, and sparsely furred (altricial, as in dogs, cats, and rodents) — while others stand and follow within hours (precocial, as in hoofed livestock).
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Juvenile
After weaning, juveniles grow quickly and become increasingly active, playful, and independent. Adult coat, proportions, and (in many species) the permanent teeth come in as they approach full size.
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Adult
Adults reach full body size and sexual maturity, with the species' mature coat and build. Sexual dimorphism — differences in size, mane, horns, or markings — is pronounced in some mammals and subtle in others.
Senior
Senior animals show aging signs such as graying fur, reduced activity, and a greater need for veterinary monitoring of joints, teeth, and organ function. Lifespan and the onset of old age vary widely by species and size.
Color & pattern variants
Natural variants occur in the wild; selectively bred (man-made) variants were developed in captivity.
Adapts well to apartment or house living. Active, curious, and people-seeking, it thrives with interactive play, climbing space, and toys. Daily engagement is important; this is a social cat that does not enjoy being ignored or left alone for long periods.
Diet
A complete, balanced cat food suited to age and activity level is all that is needed; no breed-specific dietary issues. Monitor body condition and use measured meals to prevent weight gain in less active individuals. Provide constant access to fresh water.
Behavior & temperament
Affectionate, outgoing, intelligent, and vocal — often described as 'dog-like' in its attachment to people. Highly interactive and trainable, enjoying games and companionship. Generally good with children, other cats, and friendly dogs. Curious and confident rather than shy.
Health
A generally healthy natural breed with a small gene pool. Because the breed is solid white, responsible breeders screen for congenital deafness associated with the dominant white (W) gene — deafness can affect one or both ears, especially in blue-eyed cats. BAER hearing testing is recommended for breeding stock. Otherwise no major documented breed-specific disorders; routine veterinary, dental, and parasite care apply.
Tips, DIY & hacks
The short, smooth, close-lying coat is very low-maintenance — weekly brushing and minimal shedding. The pure-white coat shows dirt and may need occasional gentle wiping; protect light-skinned, hairless areas (ears, nose) from sunburn. Reward-based training and plenty of interaction keep this clever, social cat happy.
