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Siamese Oriental

Siamese Oriental Profile

Lifespan: 15-18 Years

Avg height: 20-25cms

Avg weight Female: 3-4 kg

Avg weight Male: 4-6.3 kg

Coat type: Siamese Orientals have a short, sleek, fine-textured coat that lies close to the skin.

Coat colours and body type: Siamese Oriental cats are a medium build with long, lean, bodies. Much like their Siamese ancestors, they have a wedge-shaped head, almond-shaped eyes, and tall ears. They are essentially Oriental cats with Siamese coat point and patterning. 

Grooming required: Low - weekly brush.

Similar Breeds: Siamese, Spyhnx, Cornish Rex.

Health Profile: Hepatic amyloidosis, mediastinal lymphoma, asthma, bladder stones, glaucoma, progressive retinal atrophy.

Siamese Oriental temperament

Siamese Orientals, though they carry the Siamese pointed patterning, are still considered Orientals and thrive amongst: children, other cats, dogs, lots of activity and commotion. They love attention and have been known to enjoy sleeping under the covers with you.

Please be advised the information provided is purely an indicator of breed traits and characteristics and that within some breeds there can be significant variation.