Testimonials

From the owners of Silkbear Sibelius (Luke) and Silkbear Maurice Ravel (Jake):

Harriet and I want to send you an update on the two fantastic European Burmese boys that we got from you. It seems incredible that Jake (red) and Luke (creme) have now passed the one-year mark and are now on adult cat food. It seems not that long ago that we were driving up there to fetch our new babies. Though now over a year old, they still provide all of those delightful kitten antics.

We just couldn't be more pleased with the personalities of these rascals--our third set of cats. And how absolutely gorgeous they have grown to be: our friends repeatedly comment on how strikingly beautiful they are. Having lived with the fabulous European Burmese breed previously, we knew what to expect. But of course no two are ever alike, and it's just such fun to appreciate the inevitable differences that they exhibit. People who have had cats but have never experienced the European Burmese don't realize how very different they are. I tell people that they are almost a different species, since they are so much more affectionate than other breeds. You have to live with these cats to appreciate their endearing qualities. For however much you extend them love and affection, they outdo you and return it in spades. I often marvel at how an animal can come to be so demonstrative and needy with humans. I would be hard-pressed to say whether Jake or Luke is the more affectionate of the two. It's as if they feel this constant need to be with you, touching you, purring, kissing you, doing all kinds of things with you, including sleeping with you, day or night (oh yeah, we don't deny them or ourselves that pleasure.)

After our last cat succumbed to old age, we weren't totally convinced that we should or would acquire yet another set. But a couple of months in a catless house soon convinced us that this was just not as it should be, and we scouted around and fortunately located you and your fantabulous European Burmese.

Well, Harriet and I just wanted to give you an update and thank you again for breeding these magnificent European Burmese cats, and to remind you that they provide boundless pleasure to us fortunate owners. I understand that you have introduced some new colors in your breeding--great!

From the owners of Silkbear Brahms (Mick):

OH MY GOD!!!! Helen, he is the greatest cat on the face of this planet. We have breached your contract by letting him outside, but you can't have him back!!!!!!! We kept him inside until 6 months. He drove us nuts not letting him out and since we don't have air conditioning, we can't keep him locked up with doors and windows closed.

He goes out some of the day; occasionally in the evening. He plays with the cat next door for hours at a time. When my wife walks the dog around the block, Mick goes along, the whole way. When I garden, he plays around me and keeps me company. When we arrive home from being out, he usually is sitting on the walk waiting for us or greets us with the dog at the door; he, of course, always proceeds to roll over for us to rub his belly! He takes turns sleeping with all of us, is gently talkative, and often naps with the dog. He is so handsome and soft. Everyone who meets him loves him. And he loves us. He has brought home a dead mouse and four dead baby rats, one for my wife, Monica, and me, one for daughter, Mia, and one for our son, PJ. He often grooms our hair and necks with his very rough tongue. He is incredibly mellow for his age. - Greg

Helen, this kitty is too much, what a character, what a personality! The entire neighborhood knows and loves him, yes cats, dogs, children, gardeners...he is amazingly loving. He and Missy (my 90lb lab) hang out most of the time here in the house, sleeping side by side. Our children (19, 17, and 9) have several friends that simply come by to visit Mick, he is that fun loving and wonderful. He does not talk as much as other Burmese, but when he does it is very distinct and specific. Only wants his dry food (premium) and is very clean. He has even taken to cleaning my husband and sons head around the hairline only... This is the very best cat that I have ever had. Thank you and please feel free to contact us anytime. - Monica

From the owner of Silkbear Orion (Orrie):

Orrie is a gorgeous cat, and could be mistaken for a mountain lion if he were much bigger. He is the most loving and cuddling cat you can imagine, always asking for a tummy rub and purring in response to any attention. He still loves to climb up his huge "Cat Tower" which is probably why he is so beautifully muscular. And he loves to dash around trying to get our older Scottish Fold cat to play with him.

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