Cat · Medium Breed
Korat
The Korat is a rare, ancient cat breed from Thailand known for its silver-tipped blue coat, luminous green eyes, and affectionate nature. These cats are intelligent, people-oriented, and usually form strong bonds with their families while remaining playful and alert. Korats are generally healthy, but responsible breeding and routine veterinary care are important because some inherited disorders can occur in the breed.
The Calculator
How old is your Korat in human years?
At 1 year old
Your Korat is approximately 15 in human years.
Field Notes
About the Korat
The Korat is one of Thailand’s oldest natural cat breeds and has long been associated with good luck and prosperity. Traditionally called the "Si-Sawat," it appears in historic Thai writings and was often given as a gift rather than sold. The breed became known internationally in the 20th century, but it remains relatively uncommon outside its native country.
Korat cats are deeply attached to their people and often prefer close companionship over independence. They are typically gentle, observant, and sensitive to household routines, and many do best in calm homes where they receive plenty of interaction. While affectionate, they can be reserved with strangers and may dislike loud, chaotic environments.
Care for a Korat is fairly straightforward because the breed has a short, single coat that does not mat easily. Regular veterinary visits, dental care, portion control, and high-quality nutrition are especially important, since these cats can become overweight if overfed and underexercised. Reputable breeders should screen for inherited gangliosidosis, a serious genetic disorder known in the breed.
Korats are moderately active cats that enjoy interactive play, climbing opportunities, and puzzle toys that engage their quick minds. They usually do not require intense exercise, but they benefit from daily play sessions to maintain muscle tone and prevent boredom. Because they are people-focused, they often enjoy games that involve direct interaction with their owners more than solitary play.
Temperament
Exercise Needs
moderate
Health Watch
- GM1 gangliosidosis
- GM2 gangliosidosis
- Obesity
- Dental disease
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Grooming
The Korat’s short, close-lying coat needs only weekly brushing and occasional nail, ear, and dental care to stay in good condition.
Growth Curve
Korat weight chart
Typical weight progression from young to adult. The tinted band marks the healthy adult range — 3–5 kg.
Nutrition, Staged
Korat Feeding Guide
Stage-based portions tuned to breed energy requirements. Use as a starting point — your veterinarian tailors the final numbers.
Formative years
Young
Follow breed-specific puppy feeding guidelines
Peak years
Adult
Follow breed-specific adult feeding guidelines
Mature years
Senior
Follow breed-specific senior feeding guidelines
Questions, Answered
On the Korat
Korat cats can make excellent family pets when they live in a calm, respectful home. They are affectionate and loyal, but they tend to be emotionally sensitive, so they usually do best with gentle children and adults who handle them quietly and consistently.
No, Korats are relatively low-maintenance because they have a short single coat with minimal matting. A weekly brushing is usually enough to remove loose hair and keep the coat glossy, though routine nail trimming and dental care are still important.
Yes, the most notable inherited concerns in Korats are GM1 and GM2 gangliosidosis, which are serious neurologic storage diseases. Responsible breeders test breeding cats for these conditions, so owners should always ask for health screening documentation before acquiring a kitten.
Korats are playful and alert but not usually hyperactive. They benefit from daily interactive play, climbing furniture, and enrichment toys to keep them mentally stimulated and to reduce the risk of weight gain.
Korats are strongly people-oriented and may become lonely or stressed if left alone too often. If a household is away for much of the day, providing enrichment, a predictable routine, and in some cases a compatible companion animal may help them cope better.
Adjacent Breeds
