Guide Note

The Oriental Shorthair, also called an "Ornamental" or "Foreign Type" cat, was originally bred to produce the body and personality of the Siamese in a wider variety of colors and patterns. Other than color, the appearance of the Oriental Shorthair is virtually identical to the Siamese: It has the same lean, muscular body, triangular head with large pointed ears, and long, slender legs and tail.

Temperament

The Oriental Shorthair not only resembles, but also behaves similarly to its Siamese cousin. Energetic and inquisitive, they require regular attention and are among the most vocal of cat breeds. Oriental Shorthairs form deep and long-lasting bonds with their owners; their intense loyalty is sometimes likened to that of the family dog.

Fast Facts

Over 300 possible color and pattern combinations
Originally bred in the early 1950's in Great Britain
Weight: 7-9 pounds
Coat: Short, fine, glossy fur
Usually green-eyed

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Oriental Shorthair

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The Mahalo Top 7

Catster: Catster's Oriental Homepage
Wikipedia: Oriental Shorthair
Official Site: Oriental Shorthairs of America
The Cat Fanciers' Association: Oriental Breed Profile
Fanciers' Breeder Referral List: Oriental Shorthair
Cat Craze: Oriental Shorthair
YouTube Video: Kitty Dance (Time: 1:09)

Oriental Shorthaired Background and Characteristics

The Cat Fanciers' Association: Oriental Breed Standard
Thinkquest: Oriental Shorthair
The Furry Critter Network: Oriental Shorthaired

Oriental Shorthaired Rescue and Adoption

Pure Bred Cat Breed Rescue: Oriental Shorthair Cat Breed Rescues
Alley Cat Rescue: The National Cat Protection Association
1-800-Save-A-Pet: Dog Adoption and Cat Adoption
Petfinder: Oriental Shorthair

Oriental Shorthaired Care and Special Needs

Cat Fanciers' Association Inc: Grooming
Iams Cat Breed Guide: Oriental Shorthair
Cat Channel: Grooming Your Shorthaired Cat
Show Cats Online: The Oriental Shorthair: Grooming For Show

Oriental Shorthaired Blogs and Articles

Google Blog Search: Oriental Shorthair
Animal Hub: The Classy Tabby
Show Cats Online: Oriental National Winners | Oriental DMs in CFA
Blog "written by" an Oriental Shorthair: Luxor

Oriental Shorthaired Photos and Videos

YouTube and Google Video Search: Oriental Shorthair
Google Image Search: Oriental Shorthair
Flickr: Oriental Shorthair Photos

Oriental Shorthaired History

PetStyle: Oriental Shorthair History
Net Pets: Oriental Shorthair In the Beginning
Iams: Cat Breed Guide Oriental Shorthaired Cat

Oriental Shorthaired Related Merchandise

Amazon.com: Oriental Shorthair Apparel, Books, and Gifts
CafePress.com: Oriental Shorthair T-Shirts and Gifts

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