Characteristics...

The Burmese is considered a foreign shorthair.

They are recognized for their large, soulful gold or yellow eyes and very short, satiny coats that require no grooming beyond hand stroking. They are stockier and more muscular than the Siamese they are descended from and longer lived than most pedigreed cats, often reaching 16 to 18 years of age.

Mini-Panther

Burmese cats also earned the nickname, Mini-Panther, in some parts of the world, because of its similarities to the panther. They are very popular with pet owners world wide because of their exceptional personalities.