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Birman vs Ragdoll vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Birman vs Ragdoll vs Siamese" Compare Birman and Ragdoll. Which is better: Birman or Ragdoll or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Birman Ragdoll Siamese
OriginsFrance flagFrance United States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank19215
Reviews010
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma Rag doll Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Birman vs Ragdoll vs Siamese cat?
$700 to $1500 $1200 to $2500 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Birman or Ragdoll or Siamese 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 Ragdoll or Siamese?
Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
No data available
Eye Color Blue Blue No data available
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
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.
No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Birman, Ragdoll and Siamese coats?
Long Hair Semi-long Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Long Long Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Round Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Oval Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense
Soft
Curled
Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Medium
Low
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep
Active
Less Sleep
Average

Birman vs Ragdoll vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, enjoys companionship Moderate, gentle and affectionate 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 Ragdoll vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 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, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet Low fat, high fiber High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High 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 Two or three times a day Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Birman or Ragdoll or Siamese?
14-15 years 12-17 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Birman vs Ragdoll vs Siamese cat?
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Birman or Ragdoll or Siamese?
No
Birman cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll vs Siamese?
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Easy

Birman vs Ragdoll vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and quiet meows Soft and infrequent meows Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very sociable Excellent, very social and gentle Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression Gentle and affectionate Docile and affectionate Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Soft tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate 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 Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility Moderate Low High
Travel Compatibility High Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
Low
Independent
High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
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: Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll 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.
Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll vs Siamese?
High: Birman 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.
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 Ragdoll or Siamese?
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Birman or Ragdoll or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Birman 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.
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 Ragdoll vs Siamese?
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll or Siamese?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Birman or Ragdoll or Siamese?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
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 Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Low High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Birman or Ragdoll or Siamese?
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 Ragdoll coat in good condition.
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 Ragdoll 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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