Beringer - Retired

He is a Siamese, Wichien-Maat and real Thai.   Beringer is "Mommy's Boy," and resident cat snuggler to any cat who needs a warm shoulder to lay on.  He is a gentle and loving soul, who stole my heart the very first day I saw him.  Beringer is a 2nd generation American Old-Style Siamese, whose roots are combined from extremely rare American and Thailand lines from more then 20 generations. Beringer embodies calmness and strength as our primary stud, who brings joy with his stunning eyes, and a welcoming character to strangers, dogs and cats. 

He is a fascinating Seal Point Old-Style Siamese, whose demeanor is a genetics privilege to pass on to future generations.

Siamese Heritage:

Beringer is from the Aux Chaton Cattery, who worked with Dr. Cristy Bird of [Sarsenston Cattery].  In 2000, Cristy and her husband went to Thailand to bring two Wichien-Maats back.  At the time, none of the Major Registries recognized the Wichien-Maat bloodlines.  However, during the early 20th Century it is well established that our current Western Siamese were imported from Siam (now known as Thailand) using Wichien-Maat cats.  This historical fact, allowed Cristy the opportunity to have three Judges from The International Cat Association (TICA) evaluate the imported Wichien-Maats, and categorize them as Siamese.  This was an extremely unique opportunity to justify the Old-Style Siamese look as they were first imported.

Over time, and with global support, TICA has since opened the door to the Wichien-Maat also known as the Old Style Siamese, and has rightfully categorize them as Thai.  The name Thai, represents their land of origin.  This monumental decision in TICA allowed for not only the old look to be shown, but more importantly ensureed  a process in which the heritage of the Thai cats would be preserved as *either* Siamese or Wichien-Maat. In addition to Beringer's Thailand heritage, he also has extremely rare American Siamese bloodlines that can not be found in any other Western Siamese starting from the 1950's.. Half of Beringer's line is still being maintained at Sarsenstone Cattery, while Eline Polak of [Elvëa Mëoi Cattery] and is raising Beringer's daugther [Chablis].

Future:

All breeders have/or should have specific goals.  My goal for Beringer is to preserve his American line, from extinction, and help maintain his Thailand bloodline.  I hope with time I am able to improve his looks through his offspring:

• Eyes:  Deeper Blue and more almond shape
• Head: More of a Modified Wedge
• Muzzle: Less squarness
• Coat:  Better colour