Siamese, Ragdoll, Sacred Birman, Thai, Balinese, Snowshoe, Himalayan, Celestial, Ojos Azules… and breeds where blue is only an option. Pedibase list and advice before adopting.
By Pedibase
Blue-eyed cats fascinate. On Pedibase, several cat breeds have this look almost systematically; others display it only in certain colors or patterns. This guide lists the breeds concerned, explains why blue appears, and links to profiles and breeders.
Please note: a white European cat with blue eyes is not « a breed ». Here, we are talking about recognized breeds listed in the Pedibase catalog, with their nuances.
Three situations come up often.
The Russian Blue, despite its name, has green eyes. The word « blue » here refers to the coat, not the gaze.
The Siamese is the reference: slender body, contrasting points, intense almond-shaped blue eyes. Around 70 breeders listed on Pedibase. Vocal, sociable, requires company. Ideal if you want the most classic « colourpoint + blue eyes » combination.
The Ragdoll has oval eyes of a deep blue. Large size, calm temperament, highly sought after: more than 250 breeders on Pedibase. Colourpoint or mitted depending on the lines, blue remains the rule.
The Birman is recognizable by its white gloves and blue eyes. A breed very present in France (more than 300 breeders listed). Calm, attached to its family, with medium-long coat care to plan for.
The Thai is the oriental « old type »: less extreme than some modern Siamese, with oval eyes of an intense blue. Fewer breeders than a Ragdoll, but a real option if you like colourpoint without the ultra-slender build.
The Balinese is in practice a medium-long-haired Siamese: the same almond-shaped blue eyes, the same expressive side. Breeding availability is rarer in France.
The Snowshoe combines Siamese-style points and white « socks ». Fairly large, slightly slanted blue eyes. A rare breed: few breeders, so look early.
The Himalayan takes the Persian build with a colourpoint coat: large blue eyes. The same care requirements as a Persian (coat, eyes, breathing depending on the lines).
The Céleste highlights large blue eyes in a semi-long type, with soft contours. A little-known breed, to discover through its profile and the available breeders.
The Ojos Azules (« blue eyes » in Spanish) was selected for this gaze, in varied coats. Very low numbers: check the seriousness of the line and health advice before any plans.
The Tonkinese crosses Siamese and Burmese. Depending on the pattern (mink, point, solid), the eyes may be blue, aqua or amber. Ask the breeder about the typical eye color of the litter.
The Turkish Van may have amber eyes, blue eyes, or one of each. White often dominates the coat; blue is only one of the standard's options.
The Persian and the Exotic do not always have blue eyes. In colourpoint, blue becomes the rule, as in the Himalayan. In other colors, the gaze tends to follow the coat (copper, orange, etc.).
The Turkish Angora may have blue eyes, especially against a white background, sometimes odd-eyed. This is not a guarantee: read the line's standard and see the parents.
To compare two profiles, use the breed comparison tool or the choosing your cat guide. To meet a breeder: how to choose a cat breeder.
If you are looking for a pedigree cat with blue eyes, start with colourpoints (Siamese, Ragdoll, Birman, Thai, Balinese, Snowshoe, Himalayan) and breeds centered on this gaze (Céleste, Ojos Azules). Then check whether blue is mandatory or optional (Tonkinese, Van, Angora). Then visit a breeder: you can see the gaze in the parents, and the seriousness too.
Explore full listings for the breeds mentioned in this article.
How to house-train a puppy? Outings at the right times, rewards, accidents without punishment, nighttime, training pads and breed-specific guidelines.
Japanese small dog: Shiba Inu, Japanese Spitz, Japanese Spaniel… Origin, price, breeders in France (Pedibase data).
Medium-sized dog breed: Australian Shepherd, Cocker, Beagle, Border Collie… Size, price, breeders in France (Pedibase data).
