Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Burmese and Abyssinian. Which is better: Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll?
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Name | Burmese | Abyssinian | Ragdoll |
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Group | Natural | Natural | Crossbreed |
Popularity Rank | 21 | 10 | 2 |
Reviews | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? | Burmese Cat | Abys | Rag doll |
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Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll cat? | $1000 to $1500 | $900 to $1500 | $1200 to $2500 |
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) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) |
Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll 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. | Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down. |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds | Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds |
Bite Force | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 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. |
Foreign (Oriental) Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs. |
Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. |
Ear Shape |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Eye Color |
Gold Green |
Gold Green | Blue |
Hair Color and Pattern |
Blue Sable Champagne Platinum |
Ruddy Red Blue Fawn |
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. |
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Abyssinian and Ragdoll coats? | Short Hair | Shorthair | Semi-long |
Leg Lenght | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Whisker Length | Medium | Short | Long |
Musculature | Solid | Lean | Muscular |
Head Shape | Round | Triangular | Round |
Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
Eye Shape And Orientation | Oval | Almond-shaped | Oval |
Night Vision | |||
Paw Size | Medium | Medium | Large |
Nose Structure | Convex | Straight | Concave |
Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Long |
Fur Texture |
Short Dense |
Fine Short Silky |
Soft Curled |
Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Flexibility | High | High | Low |
Bone Structure | Fine |
Slender Fine | Robust |
Tail Length | Long and Tapered | Long and Tapered | Plumed |
Sleep Patterns |
Active Less Sleep |
Active Less Sleep |
Active Less Sleep |
Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison
Attention Span | Long, highly social and focused | Long, focused and curious | Moderate, gentle and affectionate |
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Guarding Instinct | Low | Moderate | Low |
Protection Instincts | Low | Moderate | Low |
Climbing Ability | Moderate | High | Low |
Jumping Ability | Good | Excellent | Moderate |
Swimming Ability | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Water Affinity | |||
Rescue Capability | Moderate | Poor | Poor |
Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll Health Comparison
Litter Size | 4-6 Kittens | 3-5 Kittens | 4-6 Kittens |
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Special Needs |
Social Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Active Intelligent Requires mental stimulation |
Affectionate High grooming |
Breeding | Requires experienced breeders, small litter size | Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size |
Dietary Preferences | High protein, balanced diet | High protein, low carbs | Low fat, high fiber |
Solo Time Tolerance | High | High | High |
Noise Sensitivity | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
Genetic Diversity | Low | Low | Low |
Sensitivity To Changes | High sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity |
Food Motivation | Low | Moderate | Low |
Feeding Schedule |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Twice a day Morning and Evening | Two or three times a day |
Maintenance Level | Moderate | Low | Low |
Exercise Needs | High | High | Low |
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | 15-16 years | 14-15 years | 12-17 years |
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll cat? | The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds. | The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level. | The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level. |
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | 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. | No Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. |
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll? | High Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | High Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Low Very healthy cat breed. |
Health Problems |
Diabetes Mellitus Hypokalemia Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) |
Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD) Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Periodontal Disease |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Kidney Disease |
Climate | Temperate | Hot | Temperate |
Cold Tolerance | High | High | Medium |
Heat Tolerance | High | High | Low |
Breeding Difficulty | Easy | Medium | Easy |
Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison
Common Vocalizations | Talkative and loud | Quiet meows and chirps | Soft and infrequent meows |
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Interaction With Other Pets | Excellent, very social and affectionate | Generally good, enjoys companionship | Excellent, very social and gentle |
Facial Expression | People-oriented and energetic | Alert and curious | Docile and affectionate |
Tail Behavior | Energetic tail movements | Flicks tail when excited | Docile and affectionate tail movements |
Explorer Instincts | Moderate | High | Low |
Attention Needs | High | High | Moderate |
Protectiveness | Low | Moderate | Low |
Territoriality | Low | High | Low |
Independence | Low | High | Low |
Response To Commands | High | High | Low |
Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
Hunting Drive | High | High | Low |
Play Style |
Active Social Playful |
Active Curious Interactive |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Escape Tendencies | High | High | Low |
Curiosity | High | High | Low |
Hunting Skills | Moderate ⏺️ | High ⬆️ | Low ⬇️ |
Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Friendly | Cautious |
Stalking Behavior | High | High | Low |
Aggression Level | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Training Difficulty | Easy | Moderate | Moderate |
Agility | High | High | Low |
Travel Compatibility | High | High | Medium |
Activity | Highly Active | Highly Active | Low Active |
Compatibility With Other Animals |
High Friendly Tolerant |
High Friendly Tolerant |
Low Independent |
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. | Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness. |
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. | 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. |
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | 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 Ragdoll? | Curious | Active | Affectionate |
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. | Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll? | 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: Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll? | The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed. |
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | 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: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. |
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs Abyssinian vs Ragdoll? | Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence. |
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | 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 Ragdoll? | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. | Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers. | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. |
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | 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 Ragdoll Grooming Comparison
Seasonal Shedding | Low | Low | Moderate |
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Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Dental Care | High | High | Low |
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | 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. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition. |
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Burmese or Abyssinian or Ragdoll? | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. | 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. |
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