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Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian" Compare Birman and British Shorthair. Which is better: Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Birman British Shorthair Persian
OriginsFrance flagFrance United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Iran flagIran
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank1935
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian cat?
$700 to $1500 $1,500 to $3,000 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)
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Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Birman or British Shorthair 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, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 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 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
No data available
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Blue Gold
Copper
Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more. 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 Birman, British Shorthair and Persian coats?
Long Hair Short Hair Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Round Round Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Button Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense
Soft
Curled
Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Medium
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep
Active
Less Sleep
Active
Less Sleep

Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, enjoys companionship Long, enjoys calm activities Short to moderate, calm and gentle
Guarding Instinct Low High Low
Protection Instincts Low High Low
Climbing Ability Moderate Moderate Low
Jumping Ability Good Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Moderate Poor

Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle
Low maintenance
Independent
Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Easy to breed, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Low
Feeding Schedule Two to three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
14-15 years 12-17 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian cat?
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
No
Birman cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
British Shorthair 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, Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
High
Birmans 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 Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and quiet meows Soft and gentle meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very sociable Good, calm and tolerant Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Gentle and affectionate Calm and easygoing Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Soft tail movements Gentle swaying when calm Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate Low
Attention Needs Moderate Low Low
Protectiveness Low High Low
Territoriality Low High Low
Independence Low High Low
Response To Commands Moderate Moderate Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Moderate Low
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low Low Low
Curiosity Moderate Moderate Low
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Moderate Low
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Difficult
Agility Moderate Moderate Low
Travel Compatibility High Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness.
Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
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.
Moderately Trainable: British Shorthair cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
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, Birman or British Shorthair 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, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
Affectionate Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Birman cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
British Shorthair 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: Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
High: Birman cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: British Shorthair 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, Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Birman or British Shorthair 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.

Birman vs British Shorthair vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Birman cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the British Shorthair coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Birman or British Shorthair or Persian?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
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.

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