Buyer question
How long does an Oriental Shorthair live?
Our Animal Library gives the Oriental Shorthair a lifespan of 12–18 years.
Source: the Oriental Shorthair page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Oriental Shorthair in the Animal Library
The detail
The Siamese body and voice in hundreds of colors and patterns, with large ears and green eyes. An Oriental is extroverted, talkative and deeply attached to its people, and it does not enjoy being left alone.
- Origin
- Britain and US, 1950s–70s
- Best fit
- Homes with company
- Temperament
- Vocal, social, playful
What to weigh
An Oriental is loud, needs company, and can become anxious or destructive when lonely. It shares the Siamese risks of eye disease, amyloidosis and dental trouble.