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Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex" Compare Burmese and Abyssinian. Which is better: Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
 
 
 
Name Burmese Abyssinian Devon Rex
OriginsThailand flagThailand Ethiopia flagEthiopia United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank21107
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat Abys Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex cat?
$1000 to $1500 $900 to $1500 $1200 to $1800
Cost Of Ownership Low High Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available 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)

Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Odd
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Abyssinian and Devon Rex coats?
Short Hair Shorthair Short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Short Medium
Musculature Solid Lean Lean
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Whip-like
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, highly social and focused Long, focused and curious Moderate, playful and curious
Guarding Instinct Low Moderate Low
Protection Instincts Low Moderate Low
Climbing Ability Moderate High High
Jumping Ability Good Excellent Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Moderate

Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Low Low
Exercise Needs High High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
15-16 years 14-15 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex?
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance High High Medium
Heat Tolerance High High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Quiet meows and chirps Playful and high-pitched meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Generally good, enjoys companionship Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Alert and curious Mischievous and affectionate
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Flicks tail when excited Playful and mischievous tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Low
Territoriality Low High Low
Independence Low High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility High High Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Burmese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
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, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Curious Active Highly interactive
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Burmese or Abyssinian or Devon Rex?
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.

Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Devon Rex Grooming Comparison

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

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