Karen Smith's Oriental Cats – Karen Smith's Oriental Cats

Welcome to Karen Smith's Oriental Cats

Karen Smith’s Oriental Cats is home to a selection of the finest Oriental Shorthair and Siamese breeder cats from around the world.

why Us?

Appropriate Vaccination

We prioritize your kitten's well-being with meticulous care, including ensuring they receive appropriate vaccinations for a healthy start in life

Proficient litter training

We excel in proficient litter training for your kitten's smooth transition to a clean and comfortable home life.

30 days pet insurance coverage

We offer a valuable 30-day pet insurance coverage plan through Trupanion Pet Insurance. This ensures your pet's health and well-being are protected during the crucial initial month in their new home.

Our small in-home cattery is the place to be if you're looking for a modern Oriental Shorthair

We are passionate about breeding top-quality cats that are both beautiful and affectionate, and we specialize in modern type Oriental Shorthairs with gorgeous coat patterns and captivating personalities and we take great pleasure in raising these elegant and playful kittens. Our cattery is registered with the International Cat Association (TICA), ensuring that all of our cats meet the highest standards of health, temperament, and conformation. In addition to offering Oriental Shorthair we also provide information about our cattery and our cats, so you can make an informed decision about adding one of our furry friends to your family.

The History of Oriental Shorthair Cats

In the 1910s and 1920s in Britain, the Siamese cat was extremely popular. Part of the attraction was the unusual color restriction or pointing. Because of this coloring, breeders determined that all solid colors should be excluded from this breed. The name “foreign shorthair” was given to the first solid color Siamese cats. These cats, which had a myriad of colors and patterns, are now known under the breed name Oriental.

The Oriental is essentially a Siamese cat with a different coat color. A breeding program of Orientals may produce some cats that carry the color restricted pattern of the Siamese, but they are still considered Orientals.

Over time Orientals produced some longhair kittens. These are now recognized as a separate breed called the Oriental longhair. The Oriental longhairs are much less common than are Orientals with short hair.