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Birman vs Balinese Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Birman Balinese
OriginsFrance flagFrance United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank1963
Reviews00
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma Long-haired Siamese
Price
Which one is cheaper, Birman vs Balinese cat?
$700 to $1500 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available

Birman vs Balinese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Birman or Balinese 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Birman or Balinese cat?
Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Oriental Longhair
Similar to the Oriental body type but with a longer coat.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
Coat
What is the difference between Birman and Balinese coats?
Long Hair Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Long
Whisker Length Long Medium
Musculature Solid Slender
Head Shape Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
Medium
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Heavy
Tail Length Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average

Birman vs Balinese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Birman vs Balinese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low
Feeding Schedule Two to three times a day Two or more small meals a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High
Life Expectancy
Do Birman cats live longer than Balinese?
14-15 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Birman vs Balinese cat?
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
The Balinese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Birman or Balinese?
No
Birman cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Balinese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Birman vs Balinese?
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Balineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium High
Heat Tolerance Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium

Birman vs Balinese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and quiet meows Loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very sociable Good, enjoys the company of other pets
Facial Expression Gentle and affectionate Intelligent and energetic
Tail Behavior Soft tail movements Energetic tail flicks
Explorer Instincts Moderate High
Attention Needs Moderate High
Protectiveness Low Low
Territoriality Low Moderate
Independence Low Moderate
Response To Commands Moderate High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive Low Moderate
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High
Curiosity Moderate High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy
Agility Moderate High
Travel Compatibility High Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Balinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Birman 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: 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, Birman or Balinese?
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, Birman or Balinese?
Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Birman 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: Birman vs Balinese?
High: Birman 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, Birman or Balinese?
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Balinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Birman or Balinese?
Very dog-friendly: Birman 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, Birman vs Balinese?
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Balinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Birman or Balinese?
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, Birman or Balinese?
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, Birman or Balinese?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Birman vs Balinese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Birman or Balinese?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Birman 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, Birman or Balinese?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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