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Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair" Compare Burmese and Maine Coon. Which is better: Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
 
 
 
Name Burmese Maine Coon British Shorthair
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair cat?
$1000 to $1500 $1200 to $2000 $1,500 to $3,000
Cost Of Ownership Low High Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association
The International Cat Association (TICA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 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.
Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green
Gold
Green
Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum
All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Maine Coon and British Shorthair coats?
Short Hair Longhair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Solid Solid Muscular
Head Shape Round Square Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Square Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Convex Concave Button
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense
Silky
Long
Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium High Medium
Flexibility
High
Medium
High
Bone Structure Fine Slender
Fine
Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep
Calm
More Sleep
Active
Less Sleep

Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Special Abilities Comparison

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

Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Active
High grooming
Low maintenance
Independent
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Easy to breed, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low High Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
15-16 years 12-15 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Maine Coon 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.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair?
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)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Easy Easy

Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Quiet chirps and trills Soft and gentle meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and tolerant
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Friendly and intelligent Calm and easygoing
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Gentle swaying tail Gentle swaying when calm
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs High Moderate Low
Protectiveness Low High High
Territoriality Low Moderate High
Independence Low High High
Response To Commands High High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Social
Playful
Social
Playful
Gentle
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High Moderate Low
Curiosity High High Moderate
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility High High Moderate
Travel Compatibility High Low Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant
Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair 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.
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
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 Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Curious Adaptable Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maine Coon 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon 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.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs Maine Coon vs British Shorthair?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Burmese or Maine Coon or British Shorthair?
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 Maine Coon vs British Shorthair Grooming Comparison

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

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