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Oriental Shorthair

vocal • intelligent • social • athletic

OrigenUnited Kingdom
Esperanza de vida12-15 years
Peso3-5 kg
Nivel de energíahigh

Quick Stats

Tamañomedium
Peso3-5 kg
Esperanza de vida12-15 years
Nivel de energíahigh
Aseolow
Adiestramientoeasy
OrigenUnited Kingdom
Temperamento
vocalintelligentsocialathletic

Descripción general

The Oriental Shorthair is a sleek, elegant cat that shares the Siamese body type but comes in an extraordinary range of over 300 colour and pattern combinations. These highly intelligent and vocal cats form intense bonds with their owners and demand constant attention.

Compatibilidad

Niños
Bueno
Otros perros
Bueno
Gatos
Excelente
Vida en apartamento
Bueno

Guía de cuidados

Orientals need lots of social interaction and mental stimulation. They become extremely attached to their owners and can suffer separation anxiety. Provide climbing structures, puzzle toys, and ideally a feline companion.

Necesidades de ejercicio

Very active cats requiring daily interactive play. They love climbing, jumping, and learning tricks. Agility training is an excellent activity for this breed.

Aseo

Their short, fine coat requires minimal grooming. A weekly brush or even just a gentle wipe with a chamois cloth keeps them looking sleek.

Problemas de salud

amyloidosis
progressive retinal atrophy
dilated cardiomyopathy
megaesophagus

Datos curiosos

🐱Oriental Shorthairs come in over 300 recognised colour and pattern combinations — more than any other cat breed.
🐱They are closely related to the Siamese and share the same body type, just without the point colouring restriction.
🐱Their large ears are disproportionately big compared to their head, giving them a distinctive bat-like appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Oriental Shorthairs vocal?
Very much so. Like their Siamese relatives, they are one of the most vocal cat breeds and will carry on full conversations with their owners.
Do Oriental Shorthairs get lonely?
Yes, they are extremely social and can become depressed if left alone. A companion cat is strongly recommended for this breed.
How many colours do Oriental Shorthairs come in?
Over 300 colour and pattern combinations, making them the most varied cat breed in terms of appearance.
Are Oriental Shorthairs the same as Siamese?
They share the same body type and personality but come in all colours and patterns, whereas Siamese have the distinctive colour-point markings.

Razas similares

🐱

Siamese

medium • high energy

🐱

Balinese

medium • high energy

🐱

Tonkinese

medium • high energy

🐱

Cornish Rex

small • very-high energy

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