Asian
Body TypeMedium
CoatShort
Weight4.5 kg
Life Span12-15
OriginUnited Kingdom
TemperamentCurious, Affectionate, Playful
Colors & PatternsBlack, Blue, Chocolate, Lilac, Caramel, Apricot, Smoke, Tabby
About the Asian
A British breed group with the Burmese body type in coat colors beyond the four classic Burmese colors. The Burmilla, an accidental 1981 offspring of a Chinchilla Persian and a Burmese, founded the group. Includes self, smoke, and tabby varieties. Busy, friendly, and interactive.
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