Buyer question
Is an Oriental Longhair good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Oriental Longhair 3 out of 5 for beginners (easy care, needy nature).
Source: the Oriental Longhair page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Oriental Longhair in the Animal Library
The detail
The Oriental with a semi-long, silky coat and plumed tail, in hundreds of colors and patterns. It has the Oriental’s big ears, green eyes and loud voice, and the same constant need for company and play.
- Temperament
- Vocal, social, playful
- Best fit
- Homes with company
- Energy
- 4 out of 5 (Playful and athletic)
- Grooming load
- 2 out of 5 (Weekly comb)
What to weigh
An Oriental Longhair is loud and needs company, and it gets anxious when lonely. It shares Siamese-family risks of eye disease, amyloidosis and dental trouble.