Oriental Black Tortie
Oriental Black Tortie Profile
Lifespan: 15-18 Years
Avg height: 20-25cms
Avg weight Female: 2.2-4.2 kg
Avg weight Male: 3.6-5.5 kg
Coat type: Short, fine coat.
Coat colours and body type: Oriental black torties are small to medium-sized cats, with long, lean bodies. Thanks to their Siamese lineage, they have a striking wedge-shaped head, almond-shaped eyes, and tall ears. Their colouration is noticeably tortoiseshell, but no given oriental black tortie will have the same patterning. Each will have unique patterning.
Grooming required: Low - occasional brush.
Similar Breeds: Foreign White, Bengal, Abysinnians, British Shorthairs, Russian Blue, Korat, Tonkinese.
Health Profile: Dilated cardiomyopathy, amyloidosis, mediastinal lymphoma, mast cell cancer, bladder stones, glaucoma, progressive retinal atrophy.
Oriental Black Tortie temperament
This vocal breed is playful and similar in temperament to the Siamese. Orientals are known for being the life of the party. They are extremely energetic and social and love being around people. They want to be part of the family and want to be everywhere you are. Both intelligent and curious, Orientals will find new things to play with and be the first one to answer the door. They do well with families, children, and other pets. Orientals do not do well when left alone. The oriental black torties are a female-only variety, with males being sterile.
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