Korat

• ExerciseModerate

  A couple of daily play sessions keep body and mind sharp.

• GroomingWash & go

  Their own tongue does most of the work — an occasional brush helps.

• Living spaceApartment-friendly

  Perfectly happy indoors — add vertical space to climb.

• Owner experienceSome experience helps

  A little know-how makes life smoother.

• Commitment10–15 years

  Plan for a long, loving relationship.

Health to watch: Obesity · Dental issues · Kidney disease

The Korat is an ancient Thai good-luck cat, a silver-tipped blue beauty with a heart-shaped face and luminous green eyes. Quiet, sensitive and deeply loyal, it forms intense bonds with its chosen few, wants to be involved in everything and genuinely dislikes being left out or ignored. It is alert and can be sensitive to loud, chaotic environments and sudden change, so it thrives in a calm, attentive home where it is treated as a full member of the family. The single-layer coat has no undercoat, so grooming is easy — a weekly brush or hand-smoothing keeps its silver sheen. Give the Korat steady companionship, gentle play and a predictable routine. The most important health point is breed-specific and non-negotiable: Korats can carry GM1 and GM2 gangliosidosis, fatal inherited neurological diseases, both of which have DNA tests — so only buy from a breeder who tests and can show clear results for both parents. Beyond that, follow standard care: keep the cat lean, maintain dental hygiene, provide fresh water and keep up annual check-ups.

• How much play does a Korat need?

  Moderate. A couple of daily play sessions keep body and mind sharp.

• How much grooming does a Korat need?

  Wash & go. Their own tongue does most of the work — an occasional brush helps.

• Is a Korat suited to apartment living?

  Apartment-friendly. Perfectly happy indoors — add vertical space to climb.

• Is a Korat a good fit for first-time owners?

  Some experience helps. A little know-how makes life smoother.

• How long do Korat live?

  10–15 years. Plan for a long, loving relationship.

• What health issues affect the Korat?

  Keep an eye out for Obesity, Dental issues, Kidney disease. These are worth raising with your vet, along with any screening they recommend.

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