As the name implies, the Singapura cat's origins are from Singapore. In fact, the name Singapura, is the Malaysian word for the city-state of Singapore. These exotic cats have eyes that are a pale-green in colour and are full of mischief. They are so lovable and full of energy that, you will find this over enthusiastic cat, taking part in all your activities. One look with their large playful eyes and you would forgive all their transgressions. They are quite intelligent and very playful. These cats are full of energy and are not content with just curling up in a corner. The Singapura, loves to be the centre of attention. You will most probably find them on your shoulder or on your lap. Their nimble paws will try to pry open anything. They are friendly cats and like to be around people. The Singapura is a gentle cat with a mild voice and gets along quite well with other cats. They are also very active and playful into old age.
The Singapura is the smallest breed of domestic cat. They do not develop fully, till they are 2 years old. Even when the Singapura is fully grown, they are not large in size. There is also not much difference in size between the male and female Singapura. The males weigh from 6-8 pounds, whereas the females weigh 5-6 pounds. They have compact but powerful bodies. Though stocky, the Singapura has a short strong neck and with strong muscular legs. Their coat is very fine and short. It covers the body compactly. The colour and pattern of their coat is sepia agouti or ticked tabby. This ticked tabby gene gives alternating bands of colour in each hair shaft. This results in a warm dark brown colour called sepia. Thus you have old ivory alternating with the sepia, which gives a wonderful blend of colours. The chin, stomach, muzzle and chest are the colour of ivory. The colour of their eyes, range from pale-green, hazel, gold to copper and looks as though lined with mascara. Their heads are round in shape and they have large ears. They also have a broad muzzle and a blunt nose. Their tail is slender with a dark blunt tip. The Singapuras forehead, has the tabby "M". All put together, this makes them look very alert and makes them bundles of energy on four legs. Their grooming needs to be done once a week. This can be done with the use of a rubber glove. The grooming will get rid of loose hair and dirt. Baths need be given only when it becomes necessary.
For the Singapura, there are no strangers. Everyone is a friend. They generally tend to form a bond with one member of the family or with everyone. If you can develop a relationship with them, you then have a devoted companion for life.
In 1991, the Singapore government recognized them as a living national treasure and the Singapore Tourist and Promotion Board uses the Singapura as a tourism mascot.
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