Oriental Longhair
Last checked 2026-07-26
The Oriental Longhair was developed in England in the 1950s from crossing Simam cats with Russian Blues, Abyssinians, and English native cats. Its body is slender and long like a Simam but has semi-long fur. It is talkative, intelligent and very attached to its owner. Suitable for people who have time to stay home regularly.
| type | cat |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | English |
| Size | medium · medium |
| Life expectancy | About 10-20 years |
| Habit | Talkative, cries often and loudly · Intelligent, very attached to its owner Needs a lot of attention · Playful throughout life, even after adulthood · Not suitable for raising alone Need a friend or someone to be with most of the time. |
| Thailand weather | The fur is semi-long but smooth and close to the body. There is no inner layer of cotton wool. Therefore, they tolerate the hot and humid Thai climate better than cats with thick, double-layered fur. They shed less. But they should still have shade and air conditioning or a fan during hot weather, just like normal cats. |
| fur care | Brush once a week is enough because the fur doesn't get tangled. Trim nails and clean ears and eyes. and brush your teeth regularly |
| exercise | Needs a lot of play and interaction. Likes to follow its owner around the house. There should be toys and playtime together every day. |
| Common diseases in the breed | At risk of being more sensitive to anesthesia than other cats. You should inform your veterinarian before surgery or any procedure that requires anesthesia. · Risk of amyloidosis. (amyloidosis), which is more common in Oriental and Zymam cats Currently, there is no definite screening method. · Flat chest muscles may be found in kittens. (flat-chested kitten syndrome) |
| suitable for | Can raise a condo · Sound technician |
Resources: tica.org · cfa.org · www.petmd.com — Last checked 2026-07-26
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