The origins of this breed may well lie in the remote province of Korat, which is a place of huge granite outcrops, where its coat is the perfect camouflage for its surroundings. It is said that early in the twentieth century, King Rama V named the breed for this specific geographic location. They are, however, extremely rare and highly-prized creatures. This blue cat of Siam (now Thailand) is a very old breed, and the earliest written records are about five hundred years old and can be seen in the Bangkok National Library. They are known as the “Cat Book Poems” … Continue reading →