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Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian" Compare Abyssinian and Ragamuffin. Which is better: Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Abyssinian Ragamuffin Persian
OriginsEthiopia flagEthiopia United States flagUnited States Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank10575
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Abys Cherubim Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian cat?
$900 to $1500 $800 to $1500 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate High
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) 		No data available

Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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 Ragamuffin or Persian?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 15 - 20 pounds, Female: 10 - 15 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 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.
 Substantial
Ragamuffin are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 No data available
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue 		Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping).
Coat
What is the difference between Abyssinian, Ragamuffin and Persian coats?
Shorthair Medium-long Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Short Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Round Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Dense 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, focused and curious Moderate, affectionate and calm Short to moderate, calm and gentle
Guarding Instinct Moderate Low Low
Protection Instincts Moderate Low Low
Climbing Ability High Low Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor Poor

Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
14-15 years 12-16 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian cat?
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragamuffin cat has an average energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragamuffin cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian?
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet meows and chirps Quiet and affectionate meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Generally good, enjoys companionship Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Alert and curious Gentle and affectionate Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Flicks tail when excited Gentle and affectionate tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low Low
Attention Needs High Moderate Low
Protectiveness Moderate Low Low
Territoriality High Low Low
Independence High Low Low
Response To Commands High Low Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Low Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Interactive 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High Low Low
Curiosity High Low Low
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Low Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Difficult
Agility High Low Low
Travel Compatibility High High Low
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Ragamuffin are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Difficult to Train: Ragamuffin cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Challenging to Train: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
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 Ragamuffin or Persian?
Active Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragamuffin cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian?
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragamuffin cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragamuffin cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Ragamuffin owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian?
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Ragamuffin is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
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 Ragamuffin or Persian?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
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.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Abyssinian vs Ragamuffin vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Low High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Ragamuffin cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Abyssinian or Ragamuffin or Persian?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.

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