Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Oriental and Egyptian Mau. Which is better: Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair?
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| Name | Oriental | Egyptian Mau | American Longhair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  United States |  Egypt | United States |
| Group | Natural | Natural | Crossbreed |
| Popularity Rank | 16 | 61 | 80 |
| Reviews | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| User Ratings |
| Other Names
What other names do they have? | Oriental Shorthair | Pharaoh Cat | American Coon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price
Which one is cheaper, Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair cat? | $800 to $1500 | $1000 to $1200 | $800 to $2500 |
| Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Breed Recognition | No data available |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) |
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) International Cat Association (TICA) |
Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair cat? | Small The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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. | Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down. |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds | Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds | Male: 8 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 13 pounds |
| Bite Force | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI | Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI |
| Body Type |
Foreign (Oriental) Oriental have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs. |
Semi-foreign Egyptian Mau have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats. |
Substantial American Longhair are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build. |
| Ear Shape |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
Pointed Medium Wide-set |
Medium Wide at the base Tapering to a rounded tip Set wide apart on the head |
| Eye Color | Green | Green |
Gold Green Copper Blue Hazel Odd-eyed (one eye of one color and the other of a different color) |
| Hair Color and Pattern | All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. | Spotted coat pattern; colours include silver, bronze, and smoke. |
The coat can be of any color or pattern. Gray and silver tabby colors are common. Nose leather and paw pad colors usually match the coat colors. |
| Coat
What is the difference between Oriental, Egyptian Mau and American Longhair coats? | Short Hair | Short to medium |
Thick Double |
| Leg Lenght | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Whisker Length | Medium | Medium | Long |
| Musculature | Muscular | Solid | Solid |
| Head Shape | Triangular | Triangular | Round |
| Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
| Eye Shape And Orientation | Almond-shaped | Almond-shaped | Round |
| Night Vision | |||
| Paw Size | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Nose Structure | Straight | Straight | Concave |
| Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Fur Texture |
Soft Curled |
Short Shaggy |
Silky Long |
| Bone Density | Medium | Medium | High |
| Flexibility | High | High | Medium |
| Bone Structure | Robust | Fine | Heavy |
| Tail Length | Long and Tapered | Long and Tapered | Plumed |
| Sleep Patterns |
Calm More Sleep | Average | Average |
Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair Special Abilities Comparison
| Attention Span | Long, vocal and social | Long, alert and active | Short to moderate, easily distracted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guarding Instinct | Low | High | Moderate |
| Protection Instincts | Low | High | Moderate |
| Climbing Ability | High | High | Moderate |
| Jumping Ability | Good | Excellent | Good |
| Swimming Ability | Poor | Good | Poor |
| Water Affinity | |||
| Rescue Capability | Poor | Good | Moderate |
Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair Health Comparison
| Litter Size | 2-4 Kittens | 2-4 Kittens | 3-5 Kittens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Needs |
Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Active Intelligent Requires stimulation |
Affectionate Moderate grooming |
| Breeding | Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size | Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size |
| Dietary Preferences | Low fat, high fiber | High protein, low fat | High protein, wet food |
| Solo Time Tolerance | High | High | Medium |
| Noise Sensitivity | Low | Low | High |
| Genetic Diversity | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
| Sensitivity To Changes | High sensitivity | High sensitivity | Medium sensitivity |
| Food Motivation | Low | High | Moderate |
| Feeding Schedule |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Three times a day Morning, Afternoon, and Evening |
| Maintenance Level | Low | Low | High |
| Exercise Needs | Medium | Medium | Moderate |
| Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | 12-14 years | 18-20 years | 12-17 years |
| Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair cat? | The Oriental cat has a very high energy level. | The Egyptian Mau cat has a very high energy level. | The American Longhair cat has an average energy level. |
| Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | Yes Oriental cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | No Egyptian Mau cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | No American Longhair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. |
| Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair? | High Orientals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | Low Very healthy cat breed. |
| Health Problems |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Asthma |
Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD) Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Asthma |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Hip Dysplasia Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (FHC) Dental Issues |
| Climate | Temperate | Hot | Temperate |
| Cold Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Heat Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Moderate |
| Breeding Difficulty | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair Characteristics and Personality Comparison
| Common Vocalizations | Loud and talkative | Soft and melodious meows | Quiet and infrequent meows |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interaction With Other Pets | Good, very social and playful | Good, enjoys company of other pets | Good, adaptable and friendly |
| Facial Expression | Vocal and affectionate | Graceful and alert | Gentle and loving |
| Tail Behavior | Vocal and affectionate tail movements | Graceful and alert tail movements | Gentle swaying when relaxed |
| Explorer Instincts | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Attention Needs | High | High | Moderate |
| Protectiveness | Low | High | Moderate |
| Territoriality | Low | High | Moderate |
| Independence | High | High | Moderate |
| Response To Commands | High | High | Moderate |
| Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | Moderate | High |
| Hunting Drive | High | High | High |
| Play Style |
Active Social Playful |
Active Curious Playful |
Curious Social Playful |
| Escape Tendencies | High | High | Moderate |
| Curiosity | High | High | High |
| Hunting Skills | Moderate ⏺️ | High ⬆️ | Moderate ⏺️ |
| Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Friendly | Friendly |
| Stalking Behavior | High | High | Moderate |
| Aggression Level | Low | Low | Moderate |
| Training Difficulty | Easy | Easy | Moderate |
| Agility | High | High | Moderate |
| Travel Compatibility | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Activity | Moderately Active | Moderately Active | Moderately Active |
| Compatibility With Other Animals |
Playful Medium |
Playful Medium |
High Friendly Playful |
| Household Noise Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Playfulness | Active Adventurer. Oriental are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. Egyptian Mau are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. American Longhair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. |
| Trainability | 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. | Challenging to Train: Egyptian Mau cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results. | Average Trainability: American Longhair 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, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | 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, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | Energetic | Agile |
Easy Going Playful Sociable Inquisitive |
| Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Oriental cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Egyptian Mau cats don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. | American Longhair cats adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair? | High: Oriental cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Egyptian Mau cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: American Longhair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. |
| Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | The Oriental cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Egyptian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed. | The American Longhair cat is a child-friendly breed. |
| Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | Very dog-friendly: Oriental owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Egyptian Mau cats are average friendly toward dogs. | Very dog-friendly: American Longhair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. |
| Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair? | Outstanding: Oriental is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Smart: Egyptian Mau's has great intelligence. | Smart: American Longhair's has great intelligence. |
| Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. | Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats. | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. | Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers. | Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers. |
| Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | Moderate Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something. | Moderate |
Oriental vs Egyptian Mau vs American Longhair Grooming Comparison
| Seasonal Shedding | Low | Moderate | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb |
| Dental Care | High | Low | Moderate |
| Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Oriental coat in good condition. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Egyptian Mau coat in good condition. | High Maintenance This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds. |
| Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Oriental or Egyptian Mau or American Longhair? | 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. | 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. | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. |
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