The Birman Huntsman Gave Up the Hunt for a Nap in the Peonies
Blue eyes shine out of a dark chocolate mask in this Birman huntsman's creamy, fluffy face. He leans casually forward in a moss-green velvet coat decorated with gold embroidery and a tasseled gold epaulette, with a lace cravat at his neck. His front paws are snowy white, like little gloves, and they rest among large pink peonies and golden scrollwork. The pastel clouds behind him make the whole scene feel more like a garden party than a hunt, and he looks perfectly relaxed.
Birmans are known for their silky, semi-long coats, striking blue eyes and the white gloves on their paws. They are usually gentle, affectionate and calm, and they enjoy being near their people without being demanding. Their coat is less prone to matting than some long-haired breeds, though a brushing a couple of times a week keeps it silky. Indoor play with feather toys and climbing shelves satisfies a cat's hunting instincts safely. Cats also benefit from a routine, and a vet can help with diet, vaccines and keeping a long coat comfortable.
This huntsman seems far more interested in resting among flowers than tracking anything through the woods. We suspect the greatest prey of his day is a stray feather or a sunbeam. In that, he is a master of the chase, and very handsome while doing it, too.
