I have to admit that I prefer the old style Siamese (and Persian) - can't see me owning one though, I am not a fan of really vocal cats!! I used to be lucky going to the vets, Ginger and Pebbles were nice quiet cats - took Molly and Tom on Thurs and was glad that the journey was under 10 mins and that we were the only people there, they were soo noisy!!