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Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese" Compare Abyssinian and Burmese. Which is better: Abyssinian or Burmese or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Abyssinian Burmese Siamese
OriginsEthiopia flagEthiopia Thailand flagThailand Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank102115
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Abys Burmese Cat Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese cat?
$900 to $1500 $1000 to $1500 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership High Low Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Abyssinian or Burmese or Siamese cat?
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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Abyssinian or Burmese or Siamese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		No data available
Hair Color and Pattern Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Abyssinian, Burmese and Siamese coats?
Shorthair Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Short Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Solid Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Oval Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Convex Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Fine Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Abyssinian or Burmese or Siamese?
14-15 years 15-16 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese cat?
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Abyssinian or Burmese or Siamese?
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese?
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Hot Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance High High Medium
Heat Tolerance High High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Easy

Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

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

Abyssinian vs Burmese vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Abyssinian or Burmese or Siamese?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Abyssinian or Burmese or Siamese?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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