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Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian" Compare Bombay and Ragdoll. Which is better: Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
 
 
 
Name Bombay Ragdoll Siberian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank71222
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Small Black Panther Rag doll Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian cat?
$600 to $1000 $1200 to $2500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available 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)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 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 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.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Blue Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Black 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. 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Bombay, Ragdoll and Siberian coats?
Short Hair Semi-long Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular Robust
Head Shape Round Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Oval Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Convex Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
Low
High
Bone Structure Robust Robust Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, enjoys play and interaction Moderate, gentle and affectionate Long, loyal and affectionate
Guarding Instinct Moderate Low High
Protection Instincts Moderate Low High
Climbing Ability Low Low High
Jumping Ability Good Moderate Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Good

Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Low High Medium
Noise Sensitivity High Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Low High
Exercise Needs Low Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
12-16 years 12-17 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian cat?
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
No
Bombay 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
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate Temperate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Soft and infrequent meows Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys social interaction Excellent, very social and gentle Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Social and loving Docile and affectionate Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior Social tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Low High
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate Low High
Territoriality Moderate Low High
Independence Moderate Low High
Response To Commands High Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Low High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate Low High
Curiosity High Low High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate Low High
Aggression Level Low Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility Moderate Low High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Medium
Activity
Low Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Bombay 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.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
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, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Affectionate Affectionate Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bombay 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.
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian?
High: Bombay 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: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Very dog-friendly: Bombay 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: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian?
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
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, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
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.

Bombay vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareModerate Low Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siberian cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Bombay or Ragdoll or Siberian?
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.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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