Oriental Shorthair
Short coat · United Kingdom
Oriental Shorthairs are sleek, angular cats closely related to Siamese — but coming in over 300 color and pattern combinations. They are highly vocal, fiercely social, and demand to be the center of attention in any household they grace.
Breed Statistics
- 12–15 yrs
- Lifespan
- 2.7–5 kg
- Weight
- 45 min/day
- Exercise
- Low maintenance
- Grooming
Temperament
- Curious
- Intelligent
- Social
- Vocal
- Demanding
Daily Calorie Range
180–280 kcal/day
For an average adult Oriental Shorthair. Adjust for weight, age, and activity level.
5 Facts About the Oriental Shorthair
- 1
Oriental Shorthairs come in over 300 different color and pattern combinations — more variety than any other cat breed.
- 2
They are among the most vocal cat breeds and will hold long, opinionated 'conversations' with their owners.
- 3
Orientals are so social that they can suffer from depression and anxiety if left alone for extended periods.
- 4
The breed was developed in England in the 1950s from Siamese breeding programs using non-pointed cats.
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Oriental Shorthairs are sometimes called 'rainbow cats' due to their extraordinary spectrum of coat colors.
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