Oriental Shorthairs

The Siamese in Designer Genes

Oriental Shorthairs are among the most engaging, intelligent, and personality-driven cat breeds in the world. CFA describes them as "extremely bright" — they learn to walk on leashes, play fetch, and perform tricks. Breeders and owners consistently call them "dog-like" because they greet owners at the door, follow them room to room, ride on shoulders, and demand constant interaction.

Their vocality is legendary. They produce a distinctive honk (earning the nickname "honking cat"), along with chirps, raspy commentary, and persistent conversation about everything happening in the house. They are deeply sensitive cats that bond especially strongly with one person while remaining social with everyone.

Genetically identical to Siamese, the sole difference is the colorpoint gene — producing an astonishing 300+ color and pattern combinations compared to the Siamese's limited pointed palette. Males typically weigh 8-12 pounds, females under 8, and they typically live 12-15 years with some reaching 20+.

300+ Color Combos
8-12 Lbs (Males)
12-15+ Year Lifespan
Vocal & Chatty Dog-like Loyalty Highly Intelligent Playful & Athletic Deeply Affectionate Leash Trainable
Oriental Shorthair at Blue Sky Cattery Nova - Blue-eyed Oriental
Coming Soon

Serengeti Cats

All the Wild Beauty. None of the Wild Blood.

The Serengeti is one of the rarest domestic cat breeds on earth, with a total worldwide population estimated at only several hundred animals. Created in 1994 by conservation biologist Karen Sausman, the breed answers a provocative question: can you create a cat that looks like an African Serval without using any wild blood? The answer is yes — through crossing Bengal fathers with Oriental Shorthair mothers.

The result is a striking cat with the longest legs of any domestic breed — capable of jumping 7 feet in the air — wearing a spotted coat in gold, black, grey, or silver. Males weigh 10-15 pounds. Their large, round-tipped ears create the unmistakable silhouette of a wild African cat.

Nicknamed "Velcro cats" because they attach themselves to their owners, Serengetis are confident, social, vocal, and deeply affectionate. Unlike Savannah cats, they're legal everywhere — no state bans, no city restrictions, no exotic permits needed.

Why Serengeti Over Savannah?

Serengeti
  • 100% domestic blood
  • Legal everywhere
  • Predictable temperament
  • No exotic permits
  • Any vet can treat them
Savannah
  • Wild Serval blood
  • Banned in many areas
  • Unpredictable early gens
  • May need exotic permits
  • F1s can exceed $20,000
Bengal - future Serengeti program

Kings & Queens

Each of our breeding cats has been carefully selected for health, temperament, and breed standard excellence.

King
Samurai - Seal Point Siamese

Samurai

Seal Point Siamese

Our handsome king and proud father. Samurai carries himself with the confidence and grace his name demands. His strong Siamese lines contribute excellent structure, rich seal point coloring, and that irresistible personality to his offspring.

CFA Registered Health Tested Sire of Current Litter
Queen
Chili - Oriental Shorthair Queen

Chili

Oriental Shorthair

Our devoted mama and the queen of our first litter. Chili delivered six beautiful kittens on March 9, 2026 and has been an exceptional mother. Her gentle temperament and striking looks make her an outstanding foundation queen for Blue Sky Cattery.

CFA Registered Health Tested Dam of Current Litter
Queen
Nova - Oriental Shorthair

Nova

Oriental Shorthair / Siamese

With her brilliant blue eyes and delicate features, Nova is the social butterfly of our cattery. She's the first to greet everyone, the loudest voice in any conversation, and the most likely to be draped across the nearest available shoulder.

CFA Registered Health Tested Blue-Eyed Beauty

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