The Burmilla is a gentle, intelligent and extremely affectionate cat with an exceptional temperament. Burmillas were first produced by an accidental cross-breeding of a Chinchilla Persian and a Burmese. (For the full story, click here.) As a result, the demanding and mischievous character of the Burmese is mixed with the easy-going, relaxed nature of the Chinchilla, resulting in a cat who loves cuddles and play in equal measure. Burmillas are sociable cats who love humans and get on well with other breeds of cat. They have a confident, playful and inquisitive nature.
The semi-long haired variant of the Burmilla or Asian Shorthair is called the Tiffanie. Appropriate matings may produce Burmillas, Tiffanies or other Asian variants.