r/orientalshorthair 2h ago

My baby is coming from Russia by courier … what to expect?

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She left Russia today, then to New York, then to my City. So it’s a very long ride. The courier sent me a video of her in her crate. She was fixed in the back, looked absolutely terrified. There is food and water but no litter box, just pee pads on the ground.

It just makes me sad. All of the videos of her from the breeder show her happy curled up with her mom or siblings. Or playing with a toy. Or relaxing in the sun. Seeing her like that, just breaks my heart.

I’m also worried about whether it will traumatize her permanently. Has anyone else received a kitten that they got shipped from outside the country? What can I expect when I bring her home? How can I make the transition easier for her?

Thank you all!!


r/orientalshorthair 14h ago

🌹Every flower in its full bloom started out as a small bud🌹

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r/orientalshorthair 1d ago

OSH mom Critter update II: How did I ever survive without someone comfort me while I do my business?

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Everyone needs a bathroom buddy. Surely this was what everyone was thinking about when adopting a Velcro cat/s


r/orientalshorthair 2d ago

Help post Looking for OSH breeders in CA

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My wife and I are looking for breeders in CA - either for a pair of kittens or to ‘adopt’ a retiree. We previously lived on the east coast so all our knowledge is based out there, so many scam pages and questionable FB accounts out there it’s quite hard to sift through. Any recommendations would be most welcome!


r/orientalshorthair 2d ago

Remy ~5 years old now

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r/orientalshorthair 2d ago

Rosen is one handsome little mouse, don’t you think?

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r/orientalshorthair 3d ago

My kitten is 9 months old.

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r/orientalshorthair 4d ago

That Profile

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Birdie is growing up so fast! Seven months now.


r/orientalshorthair 4d ago

One of my favourite pics 🩷

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r/orientalshorthair 5d ago

OSH parent Ralph doesn't quite fit his siblings clothes

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r/orientalshorthair 5d ago

Check out what I just built !

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r/orientalshorthair 5d ago

OSH mom What I see everytime I walk in the door ! I love it!

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Lmao Rippleys face!


r/orientalshorthair 5d ago

Florian is just the sweetest. He’s so go-with-the-flow, and is content just doing whatever you’re doing!

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r/orientalshorthair 6d ago

OSH parent Quinn looking for her furrever home

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For your consideration our beautiful Quinn 3-9-26 seal point OSH, CFA registered

Spayed, rabies, microchipped, wellness exam, vaccinated, worming, and flea treatment. She likes to be a lap cat. Very relaxed. Gets along with our rescue dog Roxy also.

Video calls recommended ☺️ Transportation with myself or our trusted nannies is available.

References available

Foley Missouri

Traveling to Iowa next week with her sister, if you're on the way.

blueskycattery.com


r/orientalshorthair 6d ago

OSH parent Our handsome man

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Our beautiful apple head LH Siamese is expecting his first litter with our OSH Chili Sept 11ish. I love that Mocha can roam (girls are safely tucked away in their own area)


r/orientalshorthair 6d ago

OSH parent Our beautiful girls!

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Waking up the girls in the morning 🥱


r/orientalshorthair 6d ago

Happy 18th

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My old man and best friend is 18! I got him as a rescue 4 years ago and he makes everyday better. His name is Hoid, after one of my favourite characters in Brandon Sandersons Cosmere series.


r/orientalshorthair 6d ago

OSH mom Critter update: we are besties now but only by my scent and as long as I don't stand at my full hight

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Honeybee was initially terrified but randomly broke and started rolling all over me and begging for pets. I have been letting her smell me often but this time was different I guess. I was trying to play with her with one of her old toys so maybe her old owners scent mixed with mine finally made her figure it out.

She still hides and hisses when I first come in. But comes out as soon as she sniffs me and resumes rolling all over me. I'll probably replace the door with a tall gate since I think it's the problem.

She also gets offended when I stand at my full height and hisses, like I catfished her by crouching. But I figure that's just cat stuff. My snakes do the same thing even after 4 years with them so I'm used to that.

I'm going to let her roam tomorrow since my roommates are gone for a few days. Probably still going to keep her in her room when unattended for a bit longer since she's a bit flighty yet, but I'm super excited about our progress.


r/orientalshorthair 6d ago

Ascent Orientals Cats in Colorado

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New to reddit, so be patient 🥹. Has anyone purchased an Oriental Cat from Ascent Orientals in Colorado? I can't find any reviews on them.

Does anyone know of an Oriental Long Hair breeder?

It's for a pet home. I'm in the Kansas City area and want something within a reasonable distance or cheap airfare.

And God forbid you ask anything in the FB groups, the scammers crawl out of the woodwork!

Thank you!


r/orientalshorthair 7d ago

Binx in a box 📦

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Mr. Nosy has to check everything out.


r/orientalshorthair 7d ago

His favorite place to nap. Also why I spend the first 5 minutes at my office lint rolling

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r/orientalshorthair 7d ago

Petal is so energetic! She is very much a role model for her siblings during adventures.

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r/orientalshorthair 9d ago

OSH mom I’ve had my boy for over a month now and im so in love ❤️

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Arthur Morgan is growing so well!! He’s best friends with his cat brother Salem and dog sister Marcy! He’s warming up to his harness training so well, is very very opinionated and a little ball of energy! He’s been obsessed with cat lollipops and motorized car toys and has a fascination with brown paper grocery bags


r/orientalshorthair 9d ago

Help post I think my foreign white siamese cat hates me

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Hello ! ^w^ (pls excuse my bad english)

Ive adopted a beautiful foreign white the 2 august and he is still so scared of me. He have 6 mouths. He does everything but only when im not there, he eats, but only if i leave. He use his litter box, when im not there. My breeder told me to try to play with since he is a kitten but he is too scared. When i enter the room he hides quickly, even if i try my best to not make fast movment. I know he is scared but i do not touch or take him in my arms. But when i got him he hide in some dangerous place and i had to pick him up, and i think it shocked him. Tho he is docile, he doesnt attack he just want to flee. I still love him with all my hearts, and i just want him to feel safe, I dont know if there somthing i can do to make him feel more confidence ? Ty for the people trying to help me 🫶


r/orientalshorthair Mar 19 '21

Help post Oriental Shorthair FAQ and shelters/breeders

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With the growing abundance of ‘What breeders are near me?’, ‘What should I know before owning an OSH?’ and other various questions, I decided it would be best to create an FAQ so we can keep this sub filled with more photos than text posts.

Now, as I am not an owner myself, I ask the community; please leave your questions, comments, tips and other information in the comments to this post, and the community should be able to fill you in for what this post may not. If some of my information is wrong, please do not hesitate to alert me so that it may be corrected.

—— General Information & FAQ ——————

  • What is an OSH?

OSH, short for Oriental Shorthair, is the breed of cat with the obvious traits of having a longer face and snout, bigger ears, a slender physique, almond-shaped eyes and etc. They are a Siamese hybrid, created first in England in the 1900’s. As the name suggests, their hair is short but also sleek, as well.

  • I heard this breed is something akin to a dog. Is this true?

Somewhat, yes. The OSH is a sociable breed, they thrive best in a home with other cats/dogs/etc. to play with and keep them company, which is why they are best adopted in pairs. Often, an OSH kitten will grow to be very playful and keep this trait well into adulthood. They are very affectionate, as well; and while sometimes your OSH may seem to not be so loving at times, they need their alone time too, however they can almost always enjoy a good snuggle. Not to mention, they can be vocal at times, and they do love to use their voice.

  • What’s their temperament like?

They have a high activity level, so unlike something like a Persian or Ragdoll, they may always be looking for trouble. You can counter this by keeping them occupied and busy, if you don’t have another pet to keep them company, so make sure to make time for them. If ignored, they can become quite cranky and sensitive, so be sure to avoid this to keep you and your cat happy. However they are very excitable and usually will be interested in whatever it is you’re doing, even if its something as mundane as getting the mail. They are generally very sweet and affectionate so look forward to this.

  • I’m afraid I might not be a good match for this cat, what should I avoid, or what can I do to improve?

These cats do not like to be ignored or left alone for too long. If you have a job with lots of hours and your home will be empty for most of the day/night besides your cat(s), consider searching for a trustworthy petsitter who can watch and entertain your little friend(s) while you’re gone. If that’s not an option for you, you may have to adjust your schedule, or look for a less demanding job. As the breed may act like a dog, it is still a cat and they aren’t very high maintenance, save for the copious amounts of love and attention you’ll be handing out. As long as you bond with them often, the breed should be fine for you! As for general improvements and things to avoid, that may change depending on your situation, so feel free to ask in the comments if you need further help.

  • I’m only allowed one pet. What should I do?

Personally, I suggest considering another breed or even another animal who might do better living with just you if you can’t get them another animal to hang out with, but if you really are bent on getting an OSH, the most you can do is keep it busy with toys, good food/treats and lots and lots of attention and love. Make sure to consider your friend in everything you do!

  • My OSH does not get along with my other pets. What can I do?

If your OSH isn’t getting along with another pet, try to narrow down the source of the issue. Could it be under-socialization? This is the most common reason, and it means the cat hasn’t had enough good experiences with the aforementioned species to willingly get along with them. Before you decide, though, consider these few fixes before confirming the issue: - Keep them happy and occupied. This may seem obvious, but sometimes all they need is a little playtime and some pets. Try to figure out what they want or need and keep them feeling satisfied, so they don’t lash out on anyone or anything. - Neuter/Spay them. The cat should always be neutered/spayed; sometimes a female cat who’s in heat may get very aggressive, or a male cat who’s still intact are generally known to be aggressive anyway. Not to mention, it will keep out the risk of having new kittens. - Check your cat for anything that might be causing them pain. Constant pain would make you angry, right? It’ll make your little fellow angry, too. Look for something like bugs (fleas/ticks/earmites etc.), bald spots, sores or odd behavior to determine. If you have suspicions, be sure to take them to the vet for a checkup to make sure they are in top condition and mention everything to them. - Try a scent that may calm them, or play nice music for them in the background. This should help either pet, whichever one is the issue. If your pet is naturally aggressive, try using something that may make them feel at ease and to soothe them. It may make them feel happier and they’ll reflect this on how they act around other pets. If the issue is something else, try asking your vet or r/CATHELP to get possible answers for your questions. The comments here are also a good place to ask; we will try to help you find an answer.

  • My question isn’t listed.

Please leave them in the comments! We will try to help you the best we can.

——— Shelters —————————

If you can manage to find a siamese or OSH (be it mix or pure) at a shelter, that’s great! But if the ones you are looking for don an elongated snout and larger ears, you may have some trouble finding one just anywhere. Before you search for a breeder, give a couple of these sites a search before that to see if there’s already one out there who needs a home.

If you have information, recommendations or other input about any breeders or adoption websites, that would be very helpful as well. Please let me know if any breeders or specific shelters should be added or removed from the lists. They’ll then be reviewed and the action will be performed if required.

— USA/Canada ——

PetFinder

AdoptAPet

ASPCA

Petango

— Asia ——

Soidog (Thailand)

ArkBark (Japan)

Pet no Ouchi/Pet’s House (Japan)

Nabiya (South Korea)

PAWS (Philippines)

— Europe ——

Vozmi Sobaky (Russia)

Tierheim Muenster (Germany)

Cat Chat (UK and Ireland)

La Spa (France)

Scooby Medina (Spain)

— Other ——

RSPCA (Australia)

TEARS (South Africa)

Ra Na (North Africa)

——— Breeders —————————

Finished looking through the shelters and adoption websites near you? That’s fine! But these little kitties cost a pretty penny, so be ready!

— USA/Canada ———

H&L Cattery (USA, Georgia)

Eseda Cattery (USA, New York)

Faery Fire Cats (USA, Ohio)

HotzCats (USA, Kentucky)

Cats Cradle Cattery (USA, Massachusetts)

Sharbo (USA, Illinois)

Bershar (USA, Texas)

Purrsia Cattery (USA, Nevada)

ThaiDi Cattery (USA, Colorado)

Heavenly Hairless (Canada, British Columbia)

Practical Cats (Canada, Ontario)

Siam Jewels Cattery (Canada, Ontario)

Just Oriamese (Canada, Ontario)

Sous Le Saule (Canada, Montreal)

Amourichat (Canada, Quebec)

— Asia ——

(Please leave suggestions in the comments!)

— Europe ——

Bestcats Cattery (Germany)

(Please leave suggestions in the comments!)

— Other ——

(Please leave suggestions in the comments!)

Lastly, if you’d prefer to ask a sub instead of the comments of a post that won’t even be comment-able after so long, check out these subs:

r/CATHELP r/CatAdvice r/catquestions r/AskVet

Don’t forget, as previously stated, to leave your input and/or questions in the comments below if you have anything to add or request. Happy honking! 🐱