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Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll" Compare Balinese and Siberian. Which is better: Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
 
 
 
Name Balinese Siberian Ragdoll
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank63222
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Long-haired Siamese Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll cat?
$800 to $1500 $1200 to $2500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 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 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Colorpoint pattern
Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail
Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns.
Coat
What is the difference between Balinese, Siberian and Ragdoll coats?
Long Hair Semi-long Semi-long
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Slender Robust Muscular
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 Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Low
Bone Structure Heavy Sturdy Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

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

Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Low
Feeding Schedule Two or more small meals a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate High Low
Exercise Needs High Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
10-15 years 12-15 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll cat?
The Balinese cat has a very high energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
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
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll?
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) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Temperate Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and talkative Quiet and affectionate meows Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys the company of other pets Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression Intelligent and energetic Loyal and affectionate Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior Energetic tail flicks Loyal and affectionate tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Low High Low
Territoriality Moderate High Low
Independence Moderate High Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Moderate High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High High Low
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 Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Balinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
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.
Challenging to Train: Ragdoll 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, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
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 Ragdoll?
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.
Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll?
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: Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll?
The Balinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
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: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll?
Outstanding: Balinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
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, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
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.

Balinese vs Siberian vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Moderate Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
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 Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Balinese or Siberian or Ragdoll?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
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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