The oriental cat as a family pet

For those who like high-energy excitement in their lives, an Oriental cat may be the perfect match. With a sleek body style and plenty of stamina, you’re likely to find the Oriental anywhere and especially right in front of you, checking up on whatever you’re doing. They require attention and may demand it if they feel they are not getting enough.

The Oriental has tall legs and a long, whip-like tail attached to a tubular body. The head is somewhat small and wedge-shaped with very large ears and almond-shaped eyes. Eye color can vary and usually complements the coat color and pattern. However, only white Orientals have blue eyes.

These sturdy cats come in over three hundred colors and patterns starting with solids in every cat color imaginable. Brindle patterns range from classic gray to mackerel, spotting, and marking. Shaded colors have a white undercoat with colored tips, while the smoke pattern is only revealed by parting the fur. Orientals also come in the partial color of patches of red and cream. A bicolor effect, white belly and underside can be found within any of the colour/pattern motifs.

The Oriental is very intelligent and very sociable. They bond quite deeply with his caretakers and express concern and concern for his human friend. His vocalizations are quite loud, as is his purr when happy.

Grooming is a breeze with the Oriental. All they need is a weekly brushing to help remove loose hair. Since they are naturally very active, you need to make sure they get enough playtime to stay in shape. Caution must be taken to ensure that they do not overeat and become fat.

The last years of the 20th century saw the introduction of a long-haired variety of the Oriental cat. As they become more popular and widespread, they exhibit the same personality and color characteristics as shorthairs, just requiring a bit more brushing.