All About Blue Point Siamese Cats

If you have ever seen or had a Blue Point Siamese Cat, you know that they are beautiful and loving creatures.

Siamese cats are known for many things, including their gorgeous blue eyes, affectionate and intelligent nature, and playful demeanor. 

But did you know they come in many variations? Blue Points are one of those but arguably one of the most beautiful Siamese types.

Let’s look at what differentiates the Blue Point Siamese from the other SIamese variations. You might even call yourself a Blue Point Siamese expert in a few minutes! 

What is a Blue Point Siamese cat?

Blue Point Siamese cats are pure breeds well known for their beauty, intelligence, and chatty nature. They are named ‘Blue Points’ because their faces, paws, and tail are blue-ish gray to slate-colored with a slender and muscular frame.  

Where did Blue Point Siamese originate?

With any purebred animal, to fully understand them, it’s always good to know about their origin and history.

Blue Point Siamese cats have technically been around for centuries. However, they were officially recognized as a pure breed in 1934 by the International Cat Fanciers Association. 

All Siamese breeds originated in Thailand, previously known as Siam. 

In the 14th century, a work of manuscript called the “Tamra Maew,” translated as “The Cat Book Poems,” was written that included descriptions of the cats we now know to be Siamese cats. 

These cats were known for their elegance, physical beauty, and clever mind, and they still are. 

The Thai people believe that when a family member dies, their soul enters the body of a Siamese cat. As a result, these cats were held in very high esteem amongst royal families and are still very popular in Thailand.

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How to tell a Blue Point apart from other Siamese cats?

Officially there are 32 recognized variations of the Siamese breed; however, several of them are closely related and only differ slightly from each other. 

Because of this, it is pretty tricky to distinguish them if you’re not a feline expert. Generally, we would determine four main variations easily recognized by sight.

Let’s have a look at those four main variations. The Blue Point Siamese is one of them.

It’s good to know that all Siamese cats have the same wonderful character traits. The variations only differ in appearance by their so-called color points.

Why are Siamese cat variations called ‘points’?

You will have noticed that Siamese cat variations are called color points. 

The reason that Siamese cats are called color points is that only their points are colored. The points are their face, paws, and tail. This is caused by the Himalayan gene, which causes their coat to be darker in the colder areas of their bodies. 

Blue Point 

A Blue Point Siamese, also known as a Blue Seal Point Siamese, has a blue-ish gray to the slate-colored nose, tail, and paw pads. Their coat is often tinted blue, especially towards the end of their points.

Like all Siamese cats, Blue Point Siamese kittens are born completely white and only develop their blue color as they mature. Around 6 to 8 weeks after birth, they will have their final, beautiful blue points.

Seal Point

Seal Points have cream or pale fur with deep brown or seal brown points. The beautiful warm brown color gets darker closer to their nose and paw pads.

Seal points are genetically speaking black cats, but because of the Himalayan gene, their bodies turn white. 

So, technically speaking, they are black cats with white bodies rather than white cats with darker points.

Chocolate Point

The Chocolate point is often confused with the Seal point, but if you put them next to each other, it is easy to see the differences. 

You can tell a Chocolate Point Siamese cat apart from the others by their ivory fur, while the Seal point’s fur is more cream-colored. 

Their points are rich chocolate brown points on the face and ears. Their nose and paw pads are lighter cinnamon-pink, while they have a chocolate tail. 

Lilac Point

The Lilac Point breed has a white body, pinkish-gray points, and cinnamon-pink paw pads and face, making them easy to distinguish from the other Siamese cat variations.

While the other Siamese cat color variations often darken as they age, this is usually not the case for the Lilac point. Their color stays mostly consistent after they mature at around 6 to 8 weeks.

If you would like to discover the other common Siamese color points, have a look at our article about all popular Siamese colors.

Physical characteristics of Blue Point Siamese cats

Now that you know what Blue Point Siamese cats look like let’s discuss their physical characteristics. 

Blue Point Siamese cats are typically around 10-12 inches tall and weigh between 5-11 pounds.

They have a slender frame but a muscular body with a thin tail. Most Siamese cats have a rather pointy face. 

Exceptions are the Applehead Siamese with a rounder face and the Wedgehead Siamese with a wedge-shaped face that is very typical for Siamese cats. 

These precious felines can expect to live for 10-13 years. 

If you love the look of the Blue Point Siamese cat and want to know what you can expect from their breed’s personality, keep reading! We have good news for you. 

Personality characteristics of Blue Point Siamese cats

Aesthetically speaking, Blue Point and all Siamese cats are some of the most beautiful feline breeds out there. 

However, for some cat owners, their piercing blue eyes, light fur, and colored points aren’t even the best part about Siamese cats.

Instead, their fantastic personalities are! 

Blue Point Siamese cats are incredibly lovable animals. They are known to be playful, affectionate, vocal, and intelligent and genuinely want to be a part of your life.

They are chatty and will engage with your family through their voice and physical attention. They are fond of playing with you or other pets you may have but especially with other cats.

Another significant aspect of the Blue Point Siamese’s personality is that they are great cats for families. They get along well with children and are very social animals.

The only aspect of Blue Point’s personality is that they may need you too much. 

These lovely cats can often suffer from separation anxiety, which means that if you have a job or lifestyle which keeps you away from home for long periods, the cat may become unhappy and depressed. 

Blue Point Siamese common health issues

Blue Point Siamese cats can develop health issues as they age like any other cat breed. It’s always good to be aware of specific conditions to which this breed may be vulnerable. 

Here are some of the most common health issues for (Blue Point) Siamese cats.

• Progressive Retinal Atrophy
• Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
• Pancreatitis

The best way to keep a Blue Point as healthy as can be and ensure they live a long and healthy life is to take them to regular checkups with the vet, get to know the symptoms of these diseases, and be on the lookout as your cat gets older. 

How much do Blue Point Siamese cats cost?

If you, after reading this, have to have your own Siamese Blue Point, it may be essential to note that they are pretty expensive. 

As a popular and beautiful breed, these cats are not likely to be found at a shelter, and getting one from a proper breeder can cost anywhere between $800 and $2,500 if they come with a proper pedigree.

For your and your cat’s sake, always make sure you purchase your cat from a safe breeder. Do your homework and due diligence and ask the breeder questions about the line and how they treat their animals. 

Our final thoughts

You are now a Blue Point Siamese cat expert, just as we promised! 

Whether or not this is the right cat for you is ultimately your decision. Still, hopefully, you now have a clear idea of what these beautiful animals offer, and you can make a confident and informed decision!

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