DGCH Aureola Honey Mist (FM)
Sire: GCh Badarene Golden Bronze
Dam:  Badarene Torti Tapestry
Dob: 20.11.91

The Birman is a delightful cat to have around. It is not as laid-back as the Persian, or is it as vocal and demanding as the Siamese can be. If you’re looking for a non-aggressive, people-loving and placid cat then the Birman is #1 for consideration and the best choice.

With the Birman you have the lovely look of the long haired cat, a coat through which you can run your fingers and snuggle into on cold nights. The advantage with the semi-long hair is that there is not the grooming required by the Persian coat. Yes, there is some grooming required as all cats, short or long-haired, need some level of attention.

Birmans are extremely calm, docile cats who tend to, more often than not, relax in your arms and the majority are very people loving and just adore to be around their people or, in some cases, their person. They can, at times, exhibit dog-like behaviour in that they will follow you around just as puppy dogs might do, also they might playfully nip your heels to give you a hurry up. The toes can also be a target, especially if they are sticking up at the end of the bed!

They are very playful from kittenhood right through to old age and the kittens really love to join in with whatever “action” is happening at the time, are very curious and adore time with Mum or Dad just playing and doing kitten things. Two Birmans do well together and in fact if you are away during the day, two are company for each other.

The Red Factor Birmans are different in nature & temperament to the ‘traditional’ colours. They are more confident, out-going and can be more ‘up front’ in disposition and nature. A new Red Factor kitten arriving in your home could have you, the resident dog and the house (not just one room) sorted in the same day, meaning that they are not easily intimidated. We have two red factors as resident house cats, one is ‘Himself’ (Aureola Star Fyre), a cream point male neuter , and his mother, Badarene Torti Tapestry, whose pictures you will find elsewhere. They are both delightful to have although they can try your patience at times, like when the paper is to be read, or you are sitting in their chair and will insist in sitting on you until you move, this is when you might just hear all about it. Sitting on the floor in front of you, looking you straight in the eye, and letting you know that you are in the wrong. We wouldn’t be without them!