Can a Korat share attention with another cat, or does it prefer being the main character?

In my experience with my own Korat, they can absolutely learn to share attention, but they do have a strong need for feeling special. I introduced a second cat slowly and made sure my Korat still got plenty of one-on-one time, and now they coexist peacefully. They aren't necessarily jealous of other cats, but they do appreciate being the center of your world during focused play or cuddle sessions.

From what I've seen with my own Korat, they're surprisingly adaptable but have a very clear sense of hierarchy. Mine actually bonded deeply with a laid-back Ragdoll, but she definitely expects to be the one who gets the first treat or the warmest lap spot. She's fine sharing as long as she gets priority in little rituals like greeting me at the door or bedtime snuggles.

From my own experience with a Korat, they're not divas who demand the spotlight 24/7, but they have a quiet confidence that expects respect. Mine tolerated a younger Burmese just fine, but she'd deliberately sit between me and the other cat during TV time, not aggressively, just a subtle "I was here first" move. They share well if the other cat defers to them on small things like food bowl order or sleeping spots.

I've had two Korats together for years now, and they're absolutely fine sharing attention as long as I establish clear routines. My older female Korat, Luna, actually enjoys when the younger male gets petted first because she knows her turn with the brush comes right after. They don't compete for my focus but instead have learned to wait their turn, almost like they understand the system I set up.

A Korat does not "share" attention in the way most cats do-it demands a clear hierarchy where it holds the top spot. I've owned Korats for over a decade, and in my household, my male Korat, Silver, made it unmistakably clear to my rescue tabby that he is the senior cat. He doesn't growl or hiss, but he will calmly insert himself between me and the other cat during any moment of affection, then sit there with an unblinking, serene expression until he's acknowledged first. If the other cat gets a treat before him, he simply refuses his own until I correct the order. They can live together peacefully, but only if you respect that the Korat's role is that of the undisputed lead in your feline pack. Trying to treat them as equals will cause quiet, persistent resentment, not outright fighting.

They can share attention, but don't expect a democratic household. A Korat will absolutely prefer being the main character in terms of priority-first to be fed, first on the lap, first to get the treat. That said, I've seen them live peacefully with other cats as long as the other cat doesn't challenge that seniority. The problem arises when you bring in a cat that also wants top billing. A Korat won't bully, but it will hold a grudge and make its displeasure known through pointed ignoring or strategically blocking your access to the other cat. If the other cat is chill and happy to be second fiddle, they'll get along fine.