Korat is an ancient domestic breed
from Thailand, where it has been known for centuries under the name of
Si-Sawat. In Thailand Korat is thought to bring fortune.
Korat is a trim medium-sized,
muscular, short-haired cat with tall ears and a heart-shaped head. The
luminous green eyes are usually large and prominent. The silver-blue coat
is glossy and fine, lying close to the body – essentially a hot-country
coat. The hairs have a delicate, silver tipping. All Korats are a slate
blue/gray color.
It is intelligent, inquisitive, gentle,
active, soft-voiced, cautious, shy, powerful, reserved, calm, friendly,
intuitive, swift, agile and playful. Korat males are said to be good fathers
if left with their kittens.