Oriental Shorthair
Siamese in 300+ colours and patterns. Talkative, slim, intensely social.
The Oriental Shorthair was developed in 1950s Britain by crossing Siamese with British Shorthairs and Russian Blues, then breeding for the Siamese type with non-pointed coats. Today the breed exists in over 300 colour and pattern combinations — but the temperament is pure Siamese: vocal, intelligent and intensely social.
Temperament
Vocal, social, intelligent, demanding. Orientals form deep bonds with their humans and need constant company.
Exercise needs
Highly active. Need interactive toys, vertical space, and ideally another cat for company.
Grooming
Short fine coat — weekly brush.
Common health issues
Same as Siamese: amyloidosis, asthma, dental disease, separation anxiety, glaucoma. Generally healthy.
👍 Best for
Owners who are home a lot, multi-cat households, families with older children.
👎 Not best for
Quiet households, frequent travellers.
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