Size
Medium
Slender, elegant and surprisingly muscular
Eco 247 · Breed Explorer
The Oriental the chatty supermodel
Sleek, long-legged and full of opinions. The Oriental is the Siamese's colourful cousin: clever, affectionate and never, ever quiet for long.
- 12–15years life expectancy
- Lowgrooming needs
- Highenergy — busy and playful
Meet the Oriental
Sleek, smart, and full of chat
The Oriental was developed from the Siamese, keeping its elegant shape, almond eyes and big ears but adding a rainbow of solid, smoke, tabby and bicolour coats in place of the Siamese colourpoints.
Personality-wise, an Oriental is all in. They follow you from room to room, talk you through their day and want to be part of everything you do. In return, they're among the most affectionate cats you'll meet.
- Hundreds of colours and patterns
- Talkative, clever and endlessly curious
- Bonds closely and loves to be involved
Oriental kittens
From kitten to full-grown
Every Oriental starts out as a bundle of curiosity. Kittens grow quickly, and the cat you see above is what yours will grow into.
Always choose a registered breeder. A good breeder will have your kitten vet-checked, vaccinated and microchipped, and will happily answer your questions and introduce you to the parents.
The essentials
The Oriental at a glance
Colours
Ebony · Blue · Chestnut · Cream
More than 300 colour and pattern combinations
Coat
Short
Fine and glossy (a longhair version also exists)
Grooming
Low
A quick weekly brush or hand-stroke
Life expectancy
12–15 years
An active, long-lived companion
Personality
Vocal & devoted
Opinionated, loving and always nearby
Temperament, honestly
Big personality, slender package
Orientals are lively, loving and very vocal. They want attention, play and company, and they'll tell you exactly when they're not getting enough of it.
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Talkative
Has something to say about everything, and says it.
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Devoted
Bonds strongly with its people and hates being ignored.
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Clever
Learns tricks, games and how to open cupboards.
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Energetic
Loves fetch, climbing and interactive toys.
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Sociable
Happiest with company, human or feline.
A Oriental-friendly home
Life with an Oriental
An Oriental needs little coat care but lots of company, play and conversation. Give them that and they'll be your shadow for life.
Company is a must
Orientals don't do well alone all day. A busy household or a second cat keeps them happy.
Keep that brain busy
Puzzle feeders, clicker training and daily play stop boredom (and mischief).
Warm spots
With a fine, short coat, Orientals love a sunny window, a heated bed or your lap.
Our Verified Oriental Partners
Trusted breeders
Our trusted Oriental partners are registered breeders, ensuring the highest standards of health, temperament, and ethical breeding practices.
- Registered breeders
- Health-focused
- Sound temperament
- Ethical breeding
Ready for life with a Oriental?
Busy, clever cats deserve sustainable essentials. From plant-based cat litter to everyday comforts, Eco 247 helps you care for your Oriental, sustainably.