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Flame Point Siamese Cat Breed: Info, Pictures, Care Guide & More

Written by: Christian Adams

Last Updated on September 12, 2024 by Catster Editorial Team

The Flame Point Siamese Cat (also known as Red Point Siamese) is a rare Siamese cat bred to exhibit a red colorpoint pattern. It’s called many names worldwide; some cat registries don’t register it and label it a red colorpoint shorthair.

Breed Overview

Height:

16–21 inches

Weight:

9–14 pounds

Lifespan:

15–20 years

Colors:

Flame point

Suitable for:

Families and companionship, with or without other pets

Temperament:

Dignified, caring, intelligent

These cats love attention and will reciprocate that attention by climbing and sitting on you constantly.

Flame Point Siamese Cat Characteristics

Energy
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A high-energy cat needs a lot of physical and mental stimulation to keep healthy and happy, while a low-energy cat needs minimal physical activity, but still needs mental stimulation. When choosing a cat, It’s important to ensure their energy levels match your lifestyle.
Trainability
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Cats that are easy-to-train are more willing and skilled at quickly learning prompts and actions with minimal training. Harder-to-train cats are usually more stubborn or aloof and require a bit more patience and practice.
Health
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Certain cat breeds are more prone to various genetic health problems, and some more than others. This doesn’t mean that every cat in those breeds will have these issues, but they do have an increased risk, so it’s important to understand and prepare for any additional needs they may require.
Lifespan
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Due to their size or potential genetic health issues of a specific breed, some cats have shorter lifespans than others. Proper nutrition, exercise, mental stimulation, and hygiene also play an important role in your cat’s lifespan and quality of life.
Sociability
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Some cat breeds are more social than others, both towards humans and other cats and animals. Cats that are more social have a tendency to rub up on strangers for scratches or jump on laps for cuddles, while cats that are less social shy away, hide, are more cautious, and even potentially aggressive. No matter the breed or gender, it’s important to socialize your cat and expose them to many different situations.

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The Flame Point Siamese Kitten

Blue eyed Siamese Flame point Kitten
Image Credit: Kelley Varisco, Shutterstock

Flame Point Siamese cats are a bit rare, so finding a kitten will be a bit of a challenge! The best way to find one of these Siamese gems is to look for a reputable breeder, usually connected with a cat breed association, like TICA or CFA. However, depending on the status of the parents, Flame Point Siamese kittens might cost a pretty penny. But paying a high price for a healthy, looked-after kitten is better than paying a lower price for a kitten that might have genetic issues or other illnesses.

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Temperament & Intelligence of the Flame Point Siamese Cat

The Flame Point Siamese cat is known for being a little more friendly than breeds and is often considered doglike because they tend to follow you around the house. It likes to be with people and can suffer separation anxiety if you go away for too long. It’s also very active and fast. One of the most interesting things about it is that it is a very vocal cat that regularly carries on entire conversations with itself.

The Flame Point Siamese is also very intelligent and can sense your mood and alter its behavior accordingly. It can follow simple commands and will often try to exert control over any other animals you have in the house, including dogs.

Are These Cats Good for Families? 👪

The Flame Point Siamese is the perfect family pet. With its constant vocalizations and intense desire for company and pets, it’s beloved by many. It’s well suited to children and the elderly and is self-sufficient if a family member is nearby.

Lazy Flame Point Siamese
Image Credit: Erica Halstead, Shutterstock

Does This Breed Get Along With Other Pets?

Yes, the Flame Point Siamese cat is one of the friendliest breeds, especially when it comes to other cats. It usually adapts well to living with other cats, even later in life, when many other breeds are too set in their ways to allow a new family member.

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Things to Know When Owning a Flame Point Siamese

In this section, we’ll list a few things you should consider before purchasing a Flame Point Cat Breed.

Food & Diet Requirements 🐡

Cats are carnivores, so they require a diet high in protein. We recommend a brand that contains at least 25% protein and has at least one whole meat like chicken, beef, turkey, or tuna listed in the ingredients, preferably as the first ingredient.

Wet cat food can add moisture to the diet and help if your cat suffers from constipation or dandruff. Dry cat food can help remove plaque and tartar from your pet’s teeth, reducing the risk of dental disease. Dry food is also the way to go if your cat has loose stools or diarrhea after eating the wet food.

Exercise 🐈

The Flame Point Siamese is an active cat breed that loves to explore. Larger homes are better, but you can supply plenty of places to investigate by placing boxes, shelves, and other platforms around your home. There are several commercial cat condos you can choose from to give your cat more places to explore.

The best way to encourage your cat to get the activity it needs is to take a few minutes and play a game with them. The laser penlight is a fantastic way to get your cat running through the house for much-needed cardio.

Training 🧶

Cats are notoriously difficult to train, but the Flame Point Siamese is known for following simple commands. You can try training your cat the same way you would train your dog, with plenty of positive reinforcement and treats. With patience, your Flame Point Siamese can learn commands like sit, here, roll over, and many more

Flame Point Siamese
Image Credit: Lflorot_Shutterstock

Grooming ✂️

Grooming your Flame Point Siamese is extremely easy. It will only require you to occasionally comb the hair to keep the shedding and hairballs down and nail trimming to keep your furniture and curtains intact.

Health and Conditions 🏥

Let’s look at some of the most common ailments that a Flame Point Siamese may face.

Minor Conditions
  • Arthritis
  • Hip Dysplasia
Serious Conditions
  • Retinal Atrophy
  • Pica

Cats can get arthritis in their bones and joints as humans can, which can be just as painful. Arthritis usually starts later in age, but some injuries can bring it on a little sooner. Unfortunately, there is no cure for arthritis, but lowering the cat’s weight and providing anti-inflammatory medication may help relieve the pain.

Hip dysplasia is an abnormality of the hip joint where the ball and socket do not move smoothly, causing the joint to break down over time, affecting the cat’s ability to bear weight on the leg. Persian cats have a higher incidence of the disease, which is made worse by their high activity level. Obesity can also increase the rate at which the disease progresses.

Retinal atrophy is a condition that affects the inside surface of the eye. The light-sensitive part of the eye is responsible for sending images to the rods and cones for processing by the brain. With retinal atrophy, the cells degrade and can no longer function correctly, resulting in vision loss. Symptoms include dilated pupils and the inability to see in bright light. There is no cure, but feeding your cat a diet high in protein may decrease the risk of contracting the disease.

Pica is a term for a condition where your cat is prone to eating inedible materials. Eating inedible things can lead to obstructions and other problems with the digestive system.  Doctors are unsure why cats and dogs exhibit this pica behavior but think it could be due to boredom or diet. If you notice your cat eating something that it shouldn’t, try to play with it so you can safely hide the item. If the activity persists, you may need a vet or a training class.

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Male vs Female

The female Flame Point Siamese cat tends to be more temperamental and spends more time prowling her territory, while the male is more laid back and prefers lounging in a ray of sunlight. The males also tend to be a little larger in height and weight than the females and can often weigh up to 5 pounds more.

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3 Little-Known Facts About The Flame Point Siamese Cat

1. These Cats are the Rarest of the Siamese Breed

It’s incredibly difficult to achieve the red flame color and even more difficult to breed out the tabby lines.


2. They Did Not Breed Red Point Cats Until the 1930s

In the 1930s, several breeders worked for years to perfect the breed, and it took several attempts.


3. 75% of all Flame Point Siamese Cats are Male

It’s unsure why, but it’s interesting to point out that most Flame Point Siamese cats are male.

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Final Thoughts

We hope you have enjoyed reading about this extremely rare breed and have helped answer any questions you might have had when you began reading. If you have found some interesting facts, please share this guide to the Flame Point (red) Siamese cat with your cat-loving friends!

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8 thoughts on “Flame Point Siamese Cat Breed: Info, Pictures, Care Guide & More”

  1. We are owned by a female flamepoint cat who was birthed by a barn cat (not Siamese). We adopted her and her brother, a lilac point male who was wonderful but unfortunately died of a blood clot last year. We had no idea how rare female flame points were until we read this article. She looks exactly like the photos though she is not a purebread! People exclaim about her colour. She gives us love every day!

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      Hi Denise Hubl, thanks for sharing your story, your Flame Point sounds gorgeous. Please consider sending us a picture for our cat of the week contest: https://www.catster.com/submit-your-cat/
      We love to hear stories about our readers and their cats making each other happy. Have a great day!

  2. Thank you so much for the wonderful information! I’ve had my little guy, Prints Charming (completely suits him) for almost a year now and he brings me so much joy. I recently underwent several operations due to cancer so I got him to ease the emotional trauma and it was the best decision I could have made. He is a great companion and is always by my side. He talks a lot and it’s just so adorable to hear him, he is friendly towards everyone but there’s no denying who his main squeeze is (ME) as he is very protective and has to be close to me or touching me most all of the time. I appreciate all the information on how to care for him! If you’re considering one of these little guys, do it!!! You will not regret it

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      Hi Rebecca Lee, so happy to hear you enjoyed our post, your Prints Charming sounds gorgeous! Please consider sending us his picture we have a Cat of the Week contest! You can use this link 😀 https://www.catster.com/submit-your-cat/ Best wishes and thank you very much for your warning comment, cats are healers for sure!

  3. I loved your article about Flame Point Siamese cats. I got my little one at the end of September this year. He was only a week and a half old, mama cat rejected him and he would not latch onto a surrogate mama. Litter mates would push him aside. He only weighed .09 oz. at the time. I spent the next 2 months bottle feeding round the clock. At 3 months old he is at 3 and a half lbs. Everything with him is progressing normally. In the beginning there was concerns he would not survive. He has a fighting spirit and a very spicy attitude about him. He gets along great with my German Shepherd and my 15 year old female cat. He loves meeting new people and car rides. When he wants to go on a road trip, he packs himself in his carrier. At such a young age when I got him, he was not strong enough to move around. Nowadays he does more flying around the house than anything. He is a joy to have in my life! His name is Spice

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      Hey Chris, thank you so much for sharing Spice’s rescue story! He sounds like a bundle of cuteness! sound amazing! Please consider sending us their pic for our cat of the week contest! You can use this link https://www.catster.com/submit-your-cat/. We are happy to hear he brings joy to your life. 😀Thanks for reading us!

  4. Steven and Cathy Gavel

    Well now I picked this kitten up out of town paid 10$ for him had no idea he was a flame point Siamese. He is the sweetest boy just came from the vet who told us about how rare he is. We knew he was special all personality and loving. Enjoyed your article explained a lot. Thanks

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      Hi Steven and Cathy Gavel, thanks for your comment and for reading us, we are happy to hear you enjoyed the post. So lucky you got a loving flame point in your family. If you would like to share his picture you can do it at: https://www.catster.com/submit-your-cat/, we have a weekly photo contest!

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