Asian Semi-Longhair
The Asian Semi-Longhair (Tiffanie in GCCF terminology) is the semi-longhaired version of the Burmilla — produced by the same accidental 1981 crossing of Burmese with Chinchilla Persian that created the Burmilla, but specifically the longhaired offspring.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons
Origin
United Kingdom
Lifespan
12–15 years
Weight
3.5–7 kg (8–15 lbs)
Height
25–33 cm (10–13 in)
Exercise
10 to 20 min/day
Diet
Obligate carnivore — high-quality wet and dry food.
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Felidae
Genus
Felis
The Story
The Asian Semi-Longhair (Tiffanie in GCCF terminology) is the semi-longhaired version of the Burmilla — produced by the same accidental 1981 crossing of Burmese with Chinchilla Persian that created the Burmilla, but specifically the longhaired offspring. It has the same silver-shaded, luminous coat quality as the Burmilla but with semi-long, flowing fur and a fuller tail. The GCCF uses the name "Tiffanie" (not to be confused with the unrelated Chantilly-Tiffany in North America) — creating name confusion that has hindered international recognition.
Also Known As
Quick Facts
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Physical Profile
Source: wikimedia
Same body type as the Burmilla — medium-sized, Burmese-type build. The coat is semi-long, silky, and flowing with the same distinctive silver or golden shaded quality. The characteristic Burmilla eye liner (dark pigment outlining the eyes) is retained. Full, plumed tail.
Grooming
Moderate
Shedding
Moderate
Coat Length
semi-long
Coat Type
silky
Brushing
2-3x-Weekly
Bathing
Rarely
Coat Colors
Recognized By
Source: wikimedia
Temperament & Personality
Same as Burmilla — playful, sociable, and adaptable, combining Burmese people-orientation with slightly more independence.
Personality Scores
Adaptability
4/5Attention Need
3/5Friendliness
4/5Playfulness
4/5Protectiveness
1/5Living Profile
Ideal Space
Apartment
Daily Exercise
10 to 20 min/day
Ideal Weather
10°C to 28°C
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor-Preferred
Cognitive Benchmarks
Adaptability
40%
Attention
30%
Playfulness
40%
Communication Style
Vocal Profile
quiet
Stress Signals
hiding, appetite loss, over-grooming, withdrawal
Care & Wellness
Professional Care Protocol
- •Brushing 2–3 times weekly. Same care as Burmilla with additional coat management. Regular dental care.
Nutrition Notes
Same 1981 accidental Burmilla litter origin. Semi-longhaired Asian group. "Tiffanie" name confusion (not same as American Tiffany). Generally healthy.
Vaccination Schedule
Vaccination Schedule
Senior Care
HCM. Kidney disease. Same 1981 accidental origin as Burmilla. Asian group semi-longhair. "Tiffanie" (GCCF name) is NOT the American Tiffany. 12-15 years.
Wellbeing Activities
Nutrition & Sustenance
Daily Calories (Adult)
350 kcal
Daily Calories (Young)
250 kcal
Recommended Foods
Foods to Avoid
Health Overview
PKD from Chinchilla Persian lineage — DNA test available. HCM. Same health profile as Burmilla.
Common Conditions
Price Estimates
Pricing Guide
Average estimates as of 2025
Same 1981 accidental origin as Burmilla. India: moderate climate fit.
Purchase Price
$600 to $2,000
Adoption Fee
$75 to $300
Data from 2025
Fun Facts
The confusion between "Tiffanie" (UK — the Asian Semi-Longhair) and "Tiffany/Chantilly-Tiffany" (North America — an unrelated breed) has been an ongoing challenge for both breeds — they share a name but have entirely different origins.
The same 1981 accidental mating that produced the Burmilla also produced longhaired kittens — the Asian Semi-Longhair (Tiffanie) and the Burmilla are effectively siblings from the same foundational accident.
