British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	British Longhair	British Shorthair	Siberian
Origins	United Kingdom	United Kingdom	Russia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Natural	Natural	Natural
Popularity Rank	36	3	22
Reviews	0	0	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	British Longhair Variant, British Semi-Longhair, Longhair British, Britannica (European), Lowlander (United States)	Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica	Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price Which one is cheaper, British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian cat?	$800 to $1200	$1,500 to $3,000	$1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
Breed Recognition	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)	The International Cat Association (TICA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian cat?	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.	Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight Which is heavier, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 16 pounds	Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds	Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds
Bite Force	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI	Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI	Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type	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.	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	Gold Copper	Gold Green
Hair Color and Pattern	Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.	Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.	All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat What is the difference between British Longhair, British Shorthair and Siberian coats?	Dense, Straight	Short Hair	Semi-long
Leg Lenght	Medium	Medium	Medium
Whisker Length	Medium	Medium	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	Round	Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size	Medium	Medium	Medium
Nose Structure	Button	Button	Concave
Neck Length	Medium	Medium	Medium
Fur Texture	Fine Short Silky	Soft Curled	Soft Curled
Bone Density	Medium	Medium	Medium
Flexibility	High	High	High
Bone Structure	Fine	Robust	Sturdy
Tail Length	Plumed	Long and Tapered	Plumed
Sleep Patterns	Active Less Sleep	Active Less Sleep	Calm More Sleep

British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

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

British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian Health Comparison

Litter Size	2-4 Kittens	2-4 Kittens	2-4 Kittens
Special Needs	Affectionate High grooming	Low maintenance Independent	Affectionate High grooming
Breeding	Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size	Easy to breed, large litter size	Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences	Low fat, high protein	High protein, wet food	High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance	Medium	Medium	Medium
Noise Sensitivity	Low	Moderate	Low
Genetic Diversity	Moderate	Moderate	High
Sensitivity To Changes	Medium sensitivity	Medium sensitivity	Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation	Moderate	High	High
Feeding Schedule	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Twice a day Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level	Low	Moderate	High
Exercise Needs	Medium	Medium	Medium
Life Expectancy Which will live longer, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	12-15 years	12-17 years	12-15 years
Energy Level Which is more energetic, British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian cat?	The British Longhair cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.	The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.	The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic Which cat is hypoallergenic, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	No British Longhair 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.	Yes Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues Which cat is healthier, British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian?	Low Very healthy cat breed.	Low Very healthy cat breed.	Low Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Retinal Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate	Temperate	Temperate	Cold
Cold Tolerance	Medium	Medium	Medium
Heat Tolerance	Medium	Medium	Medium
Breeding Difficulty	Medium	Easy	Medium

British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations	Quiet and calm meows	Soft and gentle meows	Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets	Moderate, can be reserved	Good, calm and tolerant	Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression	Calm and gentle	Calm and easygoing	Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior	Calm tail, rarely flicks	Gentle swaying when calm	Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts	Moderate	Moderate	High
Attention Needs	Moderate	Low	Moderate
Protectiveness	Moderate	High	High
Territoriality	Moderate	High	High
Independence	Moderate	High	High
Response To Commands	Moderate	Moderate	High
Adaptability To Indoor Life	High	High	High
Hunting Drive	Moderate	Moderate	High
Play Style	Playful Gentle Calm	Playful Gentle Calm	Active Curious Playful
Escape Tendencies	Moderate	Low	High
Curiosity	Moderate	Moderate	High
Hunting Skills	Moderate ⏺️	Moderate ⏺️	High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers	Cautious	Cautious	Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior	Moderate	Moderate	High
Aggression Level	Moderate	Low	Moderate
Training Difficulty	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate
Agility	Moderate	Moderate	High
Travel Compatibility	Low	Medium	Medium
Activity	Moderately Active	Moderately Active	Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals	Playful Medium	Playful Medium	Playful Medium
Household Noise Tolerance	Medium	Medium	Medium
Playfulness	Active Adventurer. British Longhair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.	Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness.	Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability	Difficult to Train: British Longhair cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.	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.	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, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	No This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.	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, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	Affectionate	Affectionate	Curious
Adaptability Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?	British Longhair 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.	Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate cat breed: British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian?	High: British Longhair 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: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly Which cat is more kid-friendly, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	The British Longhair cat is a child-friendly breed.	The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.	The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly Which cat is more dog-friendly, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	Very dog-friendly: British Longhair 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.	Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence Which cat is smarter, British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian?	Outstanding: British Longhair is one of the brightest cat breeds.	Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.	Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs Which cat is more social, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.	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, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.	Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.	Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization Which cat is the loudest, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	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.

British Longhair vs British Shorthair vs Siberian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding	High	Moderate	High
Grooming Tools Needed	Brush Nail Clipper Comb	Brush Nail Clipper Comb	Brush Nail Clipper Comb
Dental Care	Moderate	High	Moderate
Grooming Which is easier to groom, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	High Maintenance This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.	Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the British Shorthair 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, British Longhair or British Shorthair or Siberian?	Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding.	Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average.	Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding.

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