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British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx" Compare British Shorthair and Siamese. Which is better: British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
 
 
 
Name British Shorthair Siamese Sphynx
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Thailand flagThailand Canada flagCanada
Group Natural Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank3156
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica Siam, Thai Cat Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx
Price
Which one is cheaper, British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx cat?
$1,500 to $3,000 $600 to $1200 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
Breed Recognition 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)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx cat?
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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type 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.
Foreign (Oriental)
Sphynx have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
No data available Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper
No data available Green
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more. No data available Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between British Shorthair, Siamese and Sphynx coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Hairless
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Slanted Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Button Long and Narrow Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled
Soft
Curled
Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep
Average Moderate Sleep

British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, enjoys calm activities Long, vocal and attentive Long, social and energetic
Guarding Instinct High Moderate Low
Protection Instincts High Moderate Low
Climbing Ability Moderate High Low
Jumping Ability Moderate Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Poor

British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Low maintenance
Independent
Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
High grooming
Sensitive skin
Breeding Easy to breed, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Two or three times a day Two or more small meals a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
12-17 years 12-15 years 12-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx cat?
The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
No
British Shorthair 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.
Yes
Sphynx cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx?
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)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Easy Medium

British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and gentle meows Very loud and talkative Loud and energetic sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and tolerant Good, very social and interactive Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Calm and easygoing Vocal and social Outgoing and energetic
Tail Behavior Gentle swaying when calm Vocal and social tail movements Outgoing and energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High Low
Attention Needs Low High High
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High Moderate Moderate
Response To Commands Moderate High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate Moderate High
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm
Active
Social
Playful
Curious
Interactive
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High High
Curiosity Moderate High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate Moderate High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility Moderate High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
High
Friendly
Tolerant
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sphynx are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Difficult to Train: Sphynx cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
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, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
Affectionate Active Loyal
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
British Shorthair 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.
Sphynx cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx?
Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Sphynx cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
Very dog-friendly: British Shorthair 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.
Very dog-friendly: Sphynx owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx?
Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
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, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, British Shorthair or Siamese or Sphynx?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

British Shorthair vs Siamese vs Sphynx Grooming Comparison

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

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