Korat

The Korat is a natural Thai breed, traditionally known as Si-Sawat, with a silver-blue short coat, green eyes, and a heart-shaped face. Unlike blue cats that can appear in many breeds, the Korat is defined by a specific Thai heritage and a close-lying coat tipped with silver. The body is muscular and medium-sized, often heavier than it first appears, and the expression is alert rather than ornamental. Its color is central to the breed, with blue-gray coat and luminous eyes forming the classic presentation.

Korat people often value the breed for its close attachment to the household and its sensitivity to routine. The coat needs little grooming, but the cat still benefits from regular handling, play, and weight management. Breeding programs should use available genetic testing for gangliosidosis risks known in the breed and should avoid treating every blue cat as a Korat. Because the breed remains relatively uncommon, pedigrees, import history, and breeder transparency matter for anyone trying to preserve true Korat type.