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Birman vs Persian vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Birman vs Persian vs Siamese" Compare Birman and Persian. Which is better: Birman or Persian or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Birman Persian Siamese
OriginsFrance flagFrance Iran flagIran Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank19515
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Birman vs Persian vs Siamese cat?
$700 to $1500 $1500 to $3000 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Birman vs Persian vs Siamese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Birman or Persian or Siamese cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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.
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 Persian or Siamese?
Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 No data available Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded 		No data available
Eye Color Blue Copper
Blue 		No data available
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		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). No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Birman, Persian and Siamese coats?
Long Hair Glossy Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Round Flat-faced Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Almond-shaped Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Medium
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Birman vs Persian vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Birman vs Persian vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Two to three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Birman or Persian or Siamese?
14-15 years 14-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Birman vs Persian vs Siamese cat?
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Birman or Persian or Siamese?
No
Birman 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.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Birman vs Persian vs Siamese?
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Birman vs Persian vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and quiet meows Quiet and sweet meows Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very sociable Good, calm and friendly Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression Gentle and affectionate Calm and sweet Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Soft tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low High
Attention Needs Moderate Low High
Protectiveness Low Low Moderate
Territoriality Low Low High
Independence Low Low Moderate
Response To Commands Moderate Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Low Moderate
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low Low High
Curiosity Moderate Low High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low Low Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Difficult Easy
Agility Moderate Low High
Travel Compatibility High Low Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Active Adventurer. Siamese 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.
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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Birman or Persian or Siamese?
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 Persian or Siamese?
Affectionate Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Birman 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.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Birman vs Persian vs Siamese?
High: Birman cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Birman or Persian or Siamese?
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Birman or Persian or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Birman vs Persian vs Siamese?
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Birman or Persian or Siamese?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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 Persian or Siamese?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Birman or Persian or Siamese?
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.

Birman vs Persian vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

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

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