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# The Thai: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Thailand
An affectionate and talkative cat, heir to the traditional Siamese.
Size MediumLife expectancy 13–18 yearsBudget ≈ €65/monthKitten €600 – €1,200
[Find a breeder 11](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-cat-breeds?races=thai)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Which cat is right for you?](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-cat)
Families and children Excellent
Daily exercise needs Moderate
Apartment living Excellent
First-time owners Very good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Limited
Vocalization Talkative
Strengths and weaknesses
- Very affectionate: He actively seeks his human’s presence and enjoys daily interactions.
- Intelligent: He quickly understands routines and is receptive to gentle training.
- Adaptable: He can live in an apartment or a house if his need for companionship is respected.
- Very vocal: Its need to communicate can become overwhelming for households seeking silence.
- Does not tolerate solitude well: It may become stressed or withdraw if it is too often left alone.
- Sensitive to hydration: Daily vigilance is useful to limit the risk of urinary disorders.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Homes often at home: He thrives with available people who enjoy interacting with their cat.
- Families with respectful children: His playful and sociable temperament is well suited to family life.
- Lovers of expressive cats: He appeals to people looking for an affectionate and talkative companion.
Not recommended for
- People often absent: Repeated solitude does not suit its strong need for attachment.
- Households seeking absolute calm: Its frequent vocalization can be difficult to accept on a daily basis.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
28 cmThai
- Height at the withers
- 25–30 cm
- Weight
- 2–6 kg
- Coat
- Short, silky
- Origin
- Thailand
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Thai in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Thai corresponds to the old type of the Siamese, remaining faithful to a rounder and stockier silhouette than that of the modern Siamese. Originating from Thailand, it arrived in the United Kingdom at the end of the 19th century and was presented in shows as early as 1871. After the selections that led to the evolution of the contemporary Siamese, the Thai was preserved as the traditional version of this line.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Thaï is a medium-sized cat with a semi-foreign body, muscular without heaviness, with a well-developed chest. Its head with softened contours forms a harmonious triangle, its ears are medium and broad at the base, and its oval eyes of an intense blue are very characteristic. Its short, fine and silky coat lies close to the body, and only colourpoint coats are accepted by the standard.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Very attached to its human, the Thai is affectionate, loyal, playful and particularly demonstrative. It readily seeks contact, tolerates indifference poorly and likes to take part in household life. It is also an intelligent and sensitive cat, known for its great vocal expressiveness.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
The Thai can live in an apartment as well as in a house with secure access to a balcony or a garden, provided it receives attention and stimulation. It likes to climb, observe, play with children and share its family's daily life. Its main behavioral trait remains its tendency to vocalize a lot and to follow its owner everywhere.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Thai responds well to a gentle, consistent and early education, based on positive interactions. Its intelligence and its attachment to the home make it easier to learn routines, handling and sometimes even walking on a leash. On the other hand, it tolerates brutality or long periods of solitude poorly.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Thai
The purchase price of a Thaï varies mainly according to the lineage, conformity to the standard, the reputation of the cattery and the quality of health monitoring and socialization of the kitten.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/thai/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Thaï is generally a sturdy cat, but its monitoring must remain serious as for any purebred cat. Good hydration, basic vaccinations and regular veterinary check-ups help preserve its health over the long term.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/thai/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Thai needs a complete, digestible and good-quality diet, adapted to its age, its activity level and its physiological status. Regular meals and permanent access to water are essential.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/cat-breed/thai/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Thai is often presented as the traditional Siamese. It retains the more rounded look of the old Siamese while keeping the famous colourpoint coat, blue eyes and the very talkative temperament that have made this family of cats famous throughout the world.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Thai
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Thai close to the Siamese?
Yes, the Thai corresponds to the traditional Siamese, with a rounder and more compact silhouette than that of the modern Siamese, while keeping blue eyes, a colourpoint coat and a very expressive temperament.
### Is the Thai suitable for apartment living?
Yes, it can live very well in an apartment if it receives enough attention, games, high observation points and an enriched environment.
## Find a Thai breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Thai breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Thai breeders in Hauts-de-France3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai/hauts-de-france)
### Thai breeders by country
[26 breeders of Thai in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai/germany) [11 breeders of Thai in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai) [4 breeders of Thai in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai/austria) [4 breeders of Thai in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai/italy) [1 breeder of Thai in Belgium](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai/belgium) [1 breeder of Thai in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai/switzerland)
[All breeders of Thai in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai)
## Ready to welcome a Thai?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-thai)
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