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Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese" Compare Abyssinian and Siberian. Which is better: Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
 
 
 
Name Abyssinian Siberian Balinese
OriginsEthiopia flagEthiopia Russia flagRussia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank102263
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Abys Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Long-haired Siamese
Price
Which one is cheaper, Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese cat?
$900 to $1500 $1200 to $2500 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
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 Siberian vs Balinese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 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
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Oriental Longhair
Similar to the Oriental body type but with a longer coat.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
Coat
What is the difference between Abyssinian, Siberian and Balinese coats?
Shorthair Semi-long Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Short Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Robust Slender
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 Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Heavy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep 		Average

Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
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, wet food High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or more small meals a day
Maintenance Level Low High Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
14-15 years 12-15 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese cat?
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Balinese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Balinese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese?
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Balineses 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)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Hot Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium High
Heat Tolerance High Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet meows and chirps Quiet and affectionate meows Loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Generally good, enjoys companionship Excellent, very social and friendly Good, enjoys the company of other pets
Facial Expression Alert and curious Loyal and affectionate Intelligent and energetic
Tail Behavior Flicks tail when excited Loyal and affectionate tail movements Energetic tail flicks
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Moderate High Low
Territoriality High High Moderate
Independence High High 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
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility High Medium Low
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium High
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Balinese 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: Siberian cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Balinese 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 Siberian or Balinese?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
Active Curious Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Balinese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese?
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Balinese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Balinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Balinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Abyssinian vs Siberian vs Balinese?
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Balinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Abyssinian or Siberian or Balinese?
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 Siberian vs Balinese Grooming Comparison

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

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