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Thai is originated from Thailand but Cheetoh is originated from United States. Both Thai and Cheetoh are having almost same weight. Thai may live 4 years more than Cheetoh. Both Thai and Cheetoh has same litter size. Both Thai and Cheetoh requires Low maintenance.
The Thai cat is also referred to as the Wichien Maat. It is an old cat breed descended from the cats of Thailand.
The Wichienmaat is a cat that was spoken of already centuries ago in a book. Over the years, the cat has remained much the same as its original breeding. Today this cat is popular in Thailand.
It was in the late 1800s that the Wichienmaat was imported to the West by British cat breeders, and the cats became known as ‘Siamese’.
Western breeders wanted to add in some other qualities to the cat and through selective breeding, they developed a finer-boned type of Siamese cat. Today some people refer to these cats as Old-Style Siamese, while others refer to them as Thais, but they are one and the same.
The Cheetoh is a beautiful cat whose parent breeds are the Ocicat and the Bengal.
It was in 2001 that these two breeds were crossed by breeder Carol Drymon. Drymon was wanting to develop a new cat that would have characteristics similar to that of a wild cat but that would behave like a domesticated cat.
The Cheetoh became a recognized and registered breed with the United Feline Organization in November of 2004.
The Thai is a short-haired, glossy cat and comes in a variety of colors but no white.
The soft, silky fur is a warm cream shade, much like the Siamese, with dark brown, black, smoky colored extremities.
The Thai is considered to be a medium-sized cat and he will weigh between 3 an 6kg. The body is lean, slender and muscular, the ears medium size with rounded tips and set wide apart. The eyes are are beautiful blue, large and slightly slanted.
Thai cats are curious, active, and intelligent. They are also social and vocal and are able to communicate to their human owners what they want.
They thrive on getting lots of attention from their humans and will even follow them around the house. They do well with children in the home when the children have been taught to be kind and respectful to animals.
For a housecat, the Cheetoh is a muscular and large breed. In fact, this is one of the largest breeds of all the domesticated cats, with males being bigger than females. They can weigh anything between 7 and 10kg.
People want to own an animal that looks like a wild cat and the Cheetoh looks like a Cheetah. The coat of the cat can be several different colors and can be in different patterns with spots and stripes. He gets the spots from both the parent cats - the Ocicat and the Bengal. He definitely getd the longer legs from the Ocicat.
The purpose of the Cheetoh breeding program was to create an exotic, intelligent cat with a wild look and that would also be larger than your regular domestic cat. You could say it's the cats wonderfully soft, a velvety coat that makes it such an attractive cat.
Also, another notable feature with the cat is the way it walks - it looks as though it is stalking and prowling.
The cats are bred in 6 colors referred to as the black- or brown-spotted sienna, the black-spotted smoke the black- or brown-spotted gold, the black-spotted silver and the gold-spotted.
Your fascinating Cheetoh is a fun-loving cat, being playful and energetic and he will require a large yard and require being exercised.
They’re gentle cats but are talkative, being quietly friendly and social.
They make great family pets. They become devoted to their human family, being loyal and companionable. He is an affectionate, loving cat and his intelligence allows him to learn some simple commands and tricks.
He is the kind of cat that will do well in a family with kids and pets as he loves playfulness and fun, but he also wants to receive lots of love and attention.
The Thai cat is social and friendly and enjoys time spent with his human family. They don’t like to be left alone for long periods of time and it just might be a good idea to have a feline friend for this cat.
He is also a vocal cat and lets you know his feelings and certainly when he wants his food. The Thai wants to be your friend and companion and he will thrive in any kind of home when he is made to feel important and loved.
Cheetohs are a wonderful breed of cat and will love a busy household of adult humans, kids, and other pets.
Remember that because of their wild side they have a high prey instinct and might like the idea of going after your small pets such as fish and birds.
Intelligent and playful you will need to keep your Cheetoh entertained and exercised with both mentally and physically stimulating puzzle-type games. One thing is for sure, with a Cheetoh in your home, you're never going to have a dull moment.
These cats are known for their good health. Just because he is considered healthy, you can't ignore looking out for signs that he may be in distress.
There are actually a whole lot of common cat illnesses your cat could succumb to, so you want to be sure you recognize some of the signs such a vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, and battling to urinate. Make sure that the eyes are always bright and clear and that he is his active self.
Have your Thai cat vaccinated against the deadly cat diseases that there are. You will also need to have your cat dewormed. Speak to your vet about the best way to prevent fleas.
Whenever you buy a pet, particularly an exotic type of pet where you’ve spent a lot of money, make sure to check out potential health issues from the breeders.
Always make sure to buy your cat from a reputable source to avoid health issues that could drastically shorten your Cheetoh cat’s life.
As with all cats, there are potential genetic problems in their ancestry that might reveal itself in your cat.
Certainly, if you suspect something is wrong, get your cat to the vet immediately.
You’ll see your Thai cat preening and grooming, but he will still need to have the silky coat brushed gently to keep it shiny and healthy.
The brushing will make him happy as he just loves the attention, and it is good for the cat’s fur – to remove dust and loose hairs.
Your Thai cat is a scratcher just like any other cat, and if you don’t want to have your furniture scratch, invest in a scratching post.
Examine the inside of your cat’s ears to make sure they are clear of dirt and wax that could cause infection.
Some people say you should brush your cat’s teeth, but this can be too traumatic for your cat. Pets have always done well without their teeth being brushed. It can frighten your cat so much, he’ll want to scratch you.
Your Thai is an active, energetic cat, and you will want to provide him with a cat tree for climbing.
Provide your cat with feeding- and drinking bowls, litter box, warm, soft bed and toys to keep him occupied. It is always a good idea to put a collar on your pet and an ID disc in case he runs away.
Although the Cheetoh is considered to be a hypoallergenic cat, no cat is really so, but nonetheless the coat is lovely and velvety and is shiny and short, being low shedding as well.
He will need lots of exercise, but luckily with his dog-like attributes, he can be taught to walk on a leash,
Ensure your cat has a nice dry, warm sleeping area.
These are energetic cats and he will need a complete commercially manufactured cat food that is high in protein, after all this is a carnivore and they require meaty diets.
If in any kind of doubt as to what to feed your Cheetoh, speak with your veterinarian if you have any concerns.
Make sure that your cat is never without a constant supply of fresh, cool water. A water fountain, with moving water, always encourages water drinking with cats.