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Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese" Compare Burmese and LaPerm. Which is better: Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Burmese LaPerm Siamese
OriginsThailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank217615
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat LaPerme cat Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese cat?
$1000 to $1500 $900 to $1200 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-foreign
LaPerm have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		No data available
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, LaPerm and Siamese coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Lean Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Oval Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Straight Long and Narrow
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 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Average

Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Low maintenance 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate High Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
15-16 years 10-14 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The LaPerm cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
LaPerm 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.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese?
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Dental Problems
Patellar Luxation 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance High Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Easy Hard Easy

Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Soft and gentle purrs Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Good, playful and friendly Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Curious and gentle Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Curious and gentle tail movements Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low Moderate High
Independence Low High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Curious
Interactive
Playful 		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 Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility High High Low
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. LaPerm are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siamese 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.
Challenging to Train: LaPerm cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
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 LaPerm or Siamese?
Curious Intelligent Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
LaPerm 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: LaPerm cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The LaPerm cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: LaPerm 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.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: LaPerm is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Burmese or LaPerm or Siamese?
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 LaPerm or Siamese?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Burmese vs LaPerm vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

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

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