Devon Rex vs Oriental Shorthair
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Category IV — Siamese and Oriental
Devon Rex
The Devon Rex arose in Devon, England, around 1960 and has a wavy coat, but the cause is a different gene from the Cornish Rex's, which is why the two are separate breeds. The coat is short, soft and sparse, and the head, with wide-set large ears and big eyes, has an elfin look. Adults typically weigh around 2.5 to 4.5 kilograms. The coat is not thick, so the cat can feel the cold and seek warmth. Grooming is simple, and stroking suits it better than brushing. Devon Rex cats are usually sociable, playful and like to be close to their owner. Life expectancy is typically around 12 to 16 years.
Category IV — Siamese and Oriental
Oriental Shorthair
The Oriental Shorthair has the Siamese-type body, lean, graceful and long-legged, with a wedge-shaped head and large ears, but its coat is short, smooth and close-lying, and it lacks the Siamese points. The breed was developed in the United Kingdom, and it comes in a great many colours and patterns. It needs the least grooming of the pair, as an occasional stroke with a hand or a rubber brush is enough. Adults typically weigh around 2.5 to 5 kilograms. Orientals are usually very talkative, active and seeking human attention, so they dislike being left alone for long. Life expectancy is typically around 12 to 16 years.
At a glance
| Devon Rex | Oriental Shorthair | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight (male) | 3.0–4.5 kg | 3.0–5.0 kg |
| Weight (female) | 2.5–3.5 kg | 2.5–4.0 kg |
| Life expectancy | 12–16 yrs | 12–16 yrs |
| Coat | wavy, short | smooth, short |
Temperament & Family Life
| Devon Rex | Oriental Shorthair | |
|---|---|---|
| Family friendly | ||
| Good with children | ||
| Good with dogs | ||
| Friendly with strangers | ||
| Intelligence | ||
| Trainability |
Activity & Living Space
| Devon Rex | Oriental Shorthair | |
|---|---|---|
| Energy level | ||
| Playfulness | ||
| Hunting instinct | ||
| Apartment friendly |
Personality & Communication
| Devon Rex | Oriental Shorthair | |
|---|---|---|
| Affection | ||
| Independence | ||
| Vocality |
Grooming & Shedding
| Devon Rex | Oriental Shorthair | |
|---|---|---|
| Shedding | ||
| Grooming need |
Trait scores (1–5) are editorial estimates, not measurements — every cat is an individual.