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Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay" Compare Abyssinian and Devon Rex. Which is better: Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
 
 
 
Name Abyssinian Devon Rex Bombay
OriginsEthiopia flagEthiopia United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank10771
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Abys Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Small Black Panther
Price
Which one is cheaper, Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay cat?
$900 to $1500 $1200 to $1800 $600 to $1000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Low
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available

Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay 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 Devon Rex or Bombay?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Odd 		Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Black
Coat
What is the difference between Abyssinian, Devon Rex and Bombay coats?
Shorthair Short Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Short Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Lean Robust
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 Large and Prominent Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Convex
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Whip-like Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Moderate Sleep

Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, focused and curious Moderate, playful and curious Long, enjoys play and interaction
Guarding Instinct Moderate Low Moderate
Protection Instincts Moderate Low Moderate
Climbing Ability High High Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Moderate Moderate

Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful selection, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs Balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High Low
Noise Sensitivity Low Low High
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Low High
Exercise Needs High Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
14-15 years 10-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay cat?
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Bombay cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay?
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Devon Rexs 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 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium Low
Heat Tolerance High Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet meows and chirps Playful and high-pitched meows Quiet and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Generally good, enjoys companionship Excellent, very social and friendly Good, enjoys social interaction
Facial Expression Alert and curious Mischievous and affectionate Social and loving
Tail Behavior Flicks tail when excited Playful and mischievous tail movements Social tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Moderate Low Moderate
Territoriality High Low Moderate
Independence High Moderate Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Social
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High High Moderate
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Low Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Agility High High Moderate
Travel Compatibility High Medium Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Low
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bombay 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.
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Average Trainability: Bombay 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, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
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 Devon Rex or Bombay?
Active Highly interactive Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay?
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay?
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Abyssinian or Devon Rex or Bombay?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Abyssinian vs Devon Rex vs Bombay Grooming Comparison

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

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