 In today's video, we are going to talk about some interesting facts and myths about the Oriental Short Hair Cat. A beautiful cat, the Oriental is also highly intelligent and requires a parent who will return this breed's trademark dedication. The Oriental is a long, elegant cat. The body, neck, legs and tail are long. She is medium-sized but nicely muscled. The Oriental is a cat of extremes. The head is a long triangle. The tall ears are set to be a continuation of this triangle. The nose is long and straight. The legs are long and slender. The tail is long and tapers to a point. The eyes are almond-shaped and are usually a bright green. White orientals may have blue, green, or odd eyes. The pointed Oriental has blue eyes. The Oriental Short Hair coat is short, glossy and lies close to the body. The long hair variant has a medium-length coat rather than a full, flowing coat. For those who may not be familiar with this awesome cat breed, the Oriental Short Hair is a favorite among many cat lovers. Here are some interesting facts about the Oriental Short Hair Cat. 1. Oriental Short Hair Cat's Personality. The Oriental Cat is not only beautiful but also is highly intelligent. She can be trained to walk on a lead. This does not mean that she can be trained to do everything you might wish. Like most other highly intelligent breeds, the Oriental has her own desires. The Oriental is an affectionate cat and requires her parent to be as dedicated to her as she is to her parent. The parent must be affectionate to the Oriental and must spend some time spent playing with her. 2. They are Hypoallergenic. While no cat is ever going to be 100% allergy-free to humans, the Oriental Short Hair is reported to trigger almost little to no allergies for those who are said to be allergic to cats. An Oriental Short Hair can become jealous or even territorial with their human companion. 3. They are the smartest of all cat breeds. It may be hard to decide which cat breed is head of the class due to stipulations in each breed, but many report that the Oriental Short Hair is among the smartest of all cat breeds. These intelligent cats enjoy interaction, stimulation, play time, and are naturally inquisitive by nature even more than your typical cat. 4. They have more patterns than any other cat breed. These rainbow cats come in every pattern and color you could possibly imagine, at almost 300 combos to be exact. Some have stripes, others are solid, but all true Oriental share the same angular face, large expressive eyes, tall pharaoh-like ears, and limber lengthy bodies. Despite the unique colors, there is no mistaking an Oriental Short Hair for any other breed given their distinctive appearance. The Oriental Short Hair is a result of man-made crossbreeding between the Siamese, Abyssinian, and the Russian Blue. 5. Oriental Short Hairs are entertainers. This breed is very vocal, loves to be the center of attention, and will always keep you guessing with what they are going to do next. The Oriental is a great cat choice for an active family that will give their cat lots of love and attention as this is a true requirement of the breed. Orientals do not do well in environments where they are left alone often, as they crave attention and can even become depressed much like the Siamese which they share bloodlines with. 6. They are super talkative. For anyone that owns an Oriental Short Hair, they will agree that these cats make no bones about conversing and grabbing your undivided attention. If you are wanting a cat that yearns to be near you, keeps you guessing, and is devoted to being your loyal companion, look no further than the Oriental Short Hair. 7. Oriental Short Hair trainability and training tips. Play and training are two ways to make sure your Oriental Short Hair is happy and healthy. And when a cat is happy and healthy, they're not tearing up your house. Luckily, Oriental Short Hairs are easy to train. They love to make their owners happy, and they'll find training sessions exciting and fun. The best way to go about training an Oriental Short Hair is to draw upon their strengths and natural instincts. They love to climb, they love affection, and they love to chat with you. These three elements can make your training sessions rich and rewarding for both you and your cat. You might train your Oriental Short Hair, for instance, to ride around on your shoulder like a parrot or jump through your arms. You might set up a house-wide agility course that ends with lots of treats and cuddles. There are also fun ways to train your Oriental Short Hair to use vocalizations to get rewards. The possibilities are endless. The main thing to keep in mind is that training should be regular and lifelong. Keeping your kitty engaged and well-exercised is key to their happiness. A. Living with Oriental Short Hair Cat. Living with an Oriental Short Hair can be both entertaining and a bit of a challenge. If you were to put an Oriental Short Hair in a room with nothing more than a chair and a lamp, you would come back to find that they had magically procured a variety of things to play with. Maybe they had ripped up a patch of carpet. Maybe they unscrewed a bolt from the lamp. Parents can tell when the Oriental gains weight. Oriental cats show a pot belly even after indulging in one day of overeating. The nutrition must be carefully controlled for this breed. The long, slim legs are not made to hold a fat body. Orientals are great jumpers and love heights. For this reason, purchase and cat trees should be provided. Oriental cats love to play and appreciate toys around the house for their pleasure. Provide them with plenty of cat toys, and remember to schedule playtime every day. Your Oriental Short Hair will also love the opportunity to look outside. They also like to watch television. One crucial part of living with an Oriental Short Hair is that they need ample social time. This is not a great cat for families that work a lot and can't spend time with their cat. Instead, they love a full house and will even get along with dogs and other cats. As elegant as the Oriental looks, she can be quite a lap cat. She is extremely affectionate and will sleep next to her parent in bed. 9. Oriental Short Hares Grooming Grooming an Oriental Short Hair is easy. They've got a short, shiny coat that just needs a brush with soft bristles every few days. This breed is pretty close to hypoallergenic, and their coat is soft and easy to manage. While the coat needs little care, the Oriental Short Hair associates brushing with affection and will enjoy being groomed. If you're looking for your Oriental Short Hair, chances are, they're digging around in your sock drawer, your purse, or even the fridge. These wily little kitties are great at opening doors, cabinets and drawers, and they'll stop at nothing when they're bored. This cat might have started out being turned away from the Siamese Breed Standard Party, but they've found their true home in the cat-loving community. If you enjoyed this video, kindly press the like button. Also don't forget to subscribe with notifications on, so that you don't miss out on videos like this. Thank you for watching.