Cat profile

Balinese

The Balinese is the longhaired Siamese: pointed coloring, silky semi-long coat and blue eyes, with the same talkative, devoted personality.

Balinese
Care profile

Household fit and daily care

Household fit

Balinese is a medium breed with Moderate care needs. Judge fit by space, children, experience and other pets rather than looks.

  • Apartment Vertical space and daily play matter more than floor area.
  • Children Teach gentle handling and supervise early interactions.
  • First-time owner Read the breed's health and grooming needs before deciding.
  • Other pets Introduce slowly with separate resources.

Daily care

  • Brush daily; longhair needs extra attention at the armpits and belly.
  • Trim nails every 2-4 weeks and check ears and teeth weekly.
  • One litter box per cat plus one; scoop daily.
  • Provide vertical space and short daily play sessions.

Health watch

  • Amyloidosis
  • Asthma
  • Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
  • Periodontal disease
  • Annual wellness exam and weight trend tracking
  • Dental check and parasite prevention on schedule

Time and cost

Reference monthly cost: CNY 300-800. Include food, litter, parasite prevention, grooming and a vet reserve.

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Balinese are slender and elegant with wedge heads and large ears, a silky semi-long coat without heavy undercoat, and a plumed tail, in points with blue eyes. Adults weigh about 2.5-5 kg.

They are outgoing, intelligent and intensely emotional, with a softer but frequent voice, deeply dependent on company, eager participants in family life and athletic movers.

The silky coat resists matting; brush once or twice weekly. They share Siamese predispositions such as amyloidosis, asthma and PRA, so keep regular checkups and dental care.

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FAQ

Owner questions

Does the Balinese come from Bali?

No. The breed has no geographic link to Bali; it was developed in the US from natural longhair mutations in Siamese litters, named for its graceful look.

Is Balinese good for apartments?

Yes if vertical space, scratching and daily play are provided; floor area alone is not the deciding factor.

How much does Balinese cost monthly?

Reference CNY 300-800 per month including food, litter, prevention and grooming; veterinary care is extra.

How much grooming does Balinese need?

Daily brushing for longhair breeds and weekly for shorthair, plus nails, ears and teeth.