Oriental Cats

By Joanne Mattern

For the sleek Oriental cat, variety plays a big role. Orientals can have short or long hair. More than 300 combinations of colors and patterns are possible. But all Orientals come with one thing a big personality! Learn how the Oriental developed through careful breeding. Then learn about the care involved when you make one of these active cats your pet.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Capstone Young Readers
• Release date: Aug 1, 2021
• ISBN: 9781663982773

Joanne Mattern

Joanne Mattern is the author of many books for children. She loves writing about sports, animals, and interesting people. Mattern lives in New York State with her family.

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All About Cats: Oriental Cats by Joanne Mattern

Table of Contents

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Chapter 1: Cats of Many Colors

Chapter 2: Oriental History

Chapter 3: Lean and Lively

Chapter 4: Caring for an Oriental

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Chapter 1

CATS OF MANY COLORS

The Oriental cat reminds many people of its close relative, the Siamese. The Oriental and the Siamese share wedge-shaped heads, large ears, and slim bodies. But Orientals