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American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental" Compare American Shorthair and Abyssinian. Which is better: American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
 
 
 
Name American Shorthair Abyssinian Oriental
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Ethiopia flagEthiopia United States flagUnited States
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank91016
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Domestic Shorthair Abys Oriental Shorthair
Price
Which one is cheaper, American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental cat?
$600 to $1200 $900 to $1500 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Low High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
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American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
Males: 11 to 15 pounds, Female: 8 to 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Foreign (Oriental)
Oriental have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Green
Copper
Gold
Green
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn
All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between American Shorthair, Abyssinian and Oriental coats?
Short Hair Shorthair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Short Medium
Musculature Lean Lean Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Shaggy
Fine
Short
Silky
Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine
Slender
Fine
Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep
Active
Less Sleep
Calm
More Sleep

American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, focused on play and hunting Long, focused and curious Long, vocal and social
Guarding Instinct High Moderate Low
Protection Instincts High Moderate Low
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Good Excellent Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Poor

American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Low maintenance
Independent
Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Easy to breed, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, raw diet High protein, low carbs Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity High Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low Low
Exercise Needs Medium High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
15-17 years 14-15 years 12-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental cat?
The American Shorthair cat has an average energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Oriental cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
No
American Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Oriental cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Orientals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Diabetes Mellitus
Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium High Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Moderate meowing Quiet meows and chirps Loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, enjoys other pets' company Generally good, enjoys companionship Good, very social and playful
Facial Expression Calm and adaptable Alert and curious Vocal and affectionate
Tail Behavior Flicks tail when curious Flicks tail when excited Vocal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs Low High High
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Curious
Playful
Gentle
Active
Curious
Interactive
Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level High Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium High Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
High
Friendly
Tolerant
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. American Shorthair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Oriental are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: American Shorthair cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Average Trainability: Oriental cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
Active Active Energetic
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
American Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Oriental cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental?
High: American Shorthair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Oriental cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
The American Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Oriental cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
Very dog-friendly: American Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Oriental owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental?
Average: the American Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Oriental is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

American Shorthair vs Abyssinian vs Oriental Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your American Shorthair cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Oriental coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, American Shorthair or Abyssinian or Oriental?
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.

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