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Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay" Compare Balinese and Siberian. Which is better: Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
 
 
 
Name Balinese Siberian Bombay
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank632271
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Long-haired Siamese Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Small Black Panther
Price
Which one is cheaper, Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay cat?
$800 to $1500 $1200 to $2500 $600 to $1000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Low
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		No data available

Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 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 Oriental Longhair
Similar to the Oriental body type but with a longer coat.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Gold
Green 		Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Black
Coat
What is the difference between Balinese, Siberian and Bombay coats?
Long Hair Semi-long Short Hair
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Slender Robust Robust
Head Shape Triangular Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Oval Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Convex
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Heavy Sturdy Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Moderate Sleep

Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay Special Abilities Comparison

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

Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires careful selection, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Low
Noise Sensitivity Low Low High
Genetic Diversity Low High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Moderate
Feeding Schedule Two or more small meals a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High High
Exercise Needs High Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
10-15 years 12-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay cat?
The Balinese cat has a very high energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
Yes
Balinese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Siberian 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, Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay?
High
Balineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities
Climate Temperate Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium Low
Heat Tolerance High Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and talkative Quiet and affectionate meows Quiet and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys the company of other pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, enjoys social interaction
Facial Expression Intelligent and energetic Loyal and affectionate Social and loving
Tail Behavior Energetic tail flicks Loyal and affectionate tail movements Social tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Low High Moderate
Territoriality Moderate High Moderate
Independence Moderate High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High High Moderate
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High High Moderate
Travel Compatibility Low 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
Active Adventurer. Balinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
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: 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, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
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, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
Affectionate Curious Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Balinese 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.
Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay?
High: Balinese 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: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
The Balinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
Very dog-friendly: Balinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian 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, Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay?
Outstanding: Balinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Balinese or Siberian or Bombay?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Balinese vs Siberian vs Bombay Grooming Comparison

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

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