Cat profile

Khao Manee

The Khao Manee is Thailand's ancient white gem cat, prized for odd eyes, with an outgoing, active and vocal personality.

Khao Manee
Care profile

Household fit and daily care

Household fit

Khao Manee is a medium breed with Low 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 weekly and increase during shedding season.
  • 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

  • Congenital deafness (blue/odd-eyed cats)
  • Sunburn (white skin)
  • 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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Overview

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Khao Manees are medium and slender with a short pure-white coat, eyes in gold, green, blue or odd-eyed combinations, and pink skin and nose. Adults weigh about 2.5-4.5 kg.

They are outgoing, talkative, intelligent and active, intensely attached to owners, eager for interaction, and traditionally regarded as auspicious in Thailand.

Coat care is simple. White coats with blue or odd eyes carry congenital deafness risk, so confirm hearing when buying. Numbers outside Thailand are limited; keep routine checkups and dental care.

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FAQ

Owner questions

Are odd-eyed Khao Manees always deaf?

Not always, though risk is higher, usually on the blue-eyed side. Many hear normally; observation and BAER testing can confirm.

Is Khao Manee good for apartments?

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

How much does Khao Manee cost monthly?

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

How much grooming does Khao Manee need?

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