Burmilla
The temperament of the Burmilla is a mix of the outgoing and mischievous nature of the European Burmese and the mellow placidity of the Chinchilla Persian, givi The Burmilla’s appearance is that of an elegant cat of foreign type of medium size. Published data on this breed is thin, so some details below are missing rather than guessed.
Last updated: October 2026 · 4 sources · see sources
| Coat | Longhair [1] |
|---|---|
| Look | The Burmilla’s appearance is that of an elegant cat of foreign type of medium size. [1] |
| Personality | The temperament of the Burmilla is a mix of the outgoing and mischievous nature of the European Burmese and the mellow placidity of the Chinchilla Persian, givi [1] |
| Recognized by | CFA (Cat Fanciers' Association) [1] |
Activity and exercise
The temperament of the Burmilla is a mix of the outgoing and mischievous nature of the European Burmese and the mellow placidity of the Chinchilla Persian, giving it a unique and utterly charming personality that is not extreme in any way. Burmillas should be provided with lots of environmental enrichment (i.e. [1]
Grooming
Grooming is relatively simple, whether the coat is long or short. Like essentially all cats, the Burmilla does shed, so should be groomed at least once a week with a stainless-steel comb or small slicker brush. [1]
Health issues to budget for
We couldn't find a vet-reviewed list of breed-specific health issues for this breed, so we don't list any. Budget for the general cat costs below and ask your vet or breeder about screening. [1]
Estimated costs
| Item | Estimate | Src |
|---|---|---|
| Routine vet visit, any cat (owner bills) | $190–$525 | [2] |
| Yearly cost of a cat, any breed (ASPCA 2021) | $1,149 | [3] |
| Average accident & illness insurance, cat (US 2025) | $435/year | [4] |
Breed-specific price data is rare. These figures are for cats in general or for the conditions above, not a quote for your pet.
Did you know?
- One of the cat fancy’s newer breeds, the stunning Burmilla is a hybrid that owes its spectacular shaded silver coat to Chinchilla Persian ancestors while drawing its intelligence and sociable nature from the other side of its family, the European Burmese. [1]
- The Burmilla’s origin dates back to an accidental breeding that took place in 1981. [1]
- The temperament of the Burmilla is a mix of the outgoing and mischievous nature of the European Burmese and the mellow placidity of the Chinchilla Persian, giving it a unique and utterly charming personality that is not extreme in any way. [1]
Good fit for
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