Burmese

The Burmese is a breed of domesticated cat split into two subgroups: the American Burmese and the British Burmese. Originally, Burmese cats only came in brown, but years of selective breeding have produced a wide variety of colors. Different show groups have different rules about which of these count as Burmese. Burmese cats are known for being sociable, friendly, and vocal with humans, as well as very intelligent.
The accepted eye color for the breed is gold or yellow. The coat is glossy, with a satin-like finish. As with most short-hairs, it does not need a lot of grooming. The shape of the British breed is more moderate while the American breed is sturdier in build. They often reach 16 to 18 years of age, longer than most "pure bred" cats. Burmese are a small to medium size breed and tend to be about 8-11 pounds in weight.
Burmese are vocal but have softer, sweeter meows. They are very affectionate and are a people oriented breed who form strong bonds with their owners. Burmese thrive off human attention. They are not as independent as other breeds and are not suited to being left alone for extended periods of time. Burmese are good with children and dogs. They are suitable as an indoor breed of cat and will usually stay more affectionate if kept indoors. Burmese tend to maintain kitten interests and energy throughout their adulthood. They have a number of dog-like characteristics, often learning to play fetch and tag!