Burmese vs Ragdoll vs Devon Rex Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Burmese and Ragdoll. Which is better: Burmese or Ragdoll or Devon Rex?
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| Name | Burmese | Ragdoll | Devon Rex |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  Thailand |  United States |  United Kingdom |
| Group | Natural | Crossbreed | Mutation |
| Popularity Rank | 21 | 2 | 7 |
| Reviews | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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| Other Names
What other names do they have? | Burmese Cat | Rag doll | Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat |
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| Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Ragdoll vs Devon Rex cat? | $1000 to $1500 | $1200 to $2500 | $1200 to $1800 |
| Cost Of Ownership | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
| Breed Recognition | No data available |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) |
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Burmese vs Ragdoll vs Devon Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Ragdoll or Devon Rex 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. | Small The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down. |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Burmese or Ragdoll or Devon Rex? | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds | Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds | Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds |
| Bite Force | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 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. |
Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. |
Lithe Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate. |
| Ear Shape |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
| Eye Color |
Gold Green | Blue |
Gold Blue Odd |
| Hair Color and Pattern |
Blue Sable Champagne Platinum |
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. | All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. |
| Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Ragdoll and Devon Rex coats? | Short Hair | Semi-long | Short |
| Leg Lenght | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Whisker Length | Medium | Long | Medium |
| Musculature | Solid | Muscular | Lean |
| Head Shape | Round | Round | Triangular |
| Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
| Eye Shape And Orientation | Oval | Oval | Large and Prominent |
| Night Vision | |||
| Paw Size | Medium | Large | Medium |
| Nose Structure | Convex | Concave | Concave |
| Neck Length | Medium | Long | Medium |
| Fur Texture |
Short Dense |
Soft Curled |
Soft Curled |
| Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Flexibility | High | Low | High |
| Bone Structure | Fine | Robust | Sturdy |
| Tail Length | Long and Tapered | Plumed | Whip-like |
| Sleep Patterns |
Active Less Sleep |
Active Less Sleep | Average |
Burmese vs Ragdoll vs Devon Rex Special Abilities Comparison
| Attention Span | Long, highly social and focused | Moderate, gentle and affectionate | Moderate, playful and curious |
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| Guarding Instinct | Low | Low | Low |
| Protection Instincts | Low | Low | Low |
| Climbing Ability | Moderate | Low | High |
| Jumping Ability | Good | Moderate | Excellent |
| Swimming Ability | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Water Affinity | |||
| Rescue Capability | Moderate | Poor | Moderate |
Burmese vs Ragdoll vs Devon Rex Health Comparison
| Litter Size | 4-6 Kittens | 4-6 Kittens | 2-4 Kittens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Needs |
Social Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Affectionate High grooming |
Affectionate Requires attention |
| Breeding | Requires experienced breeders, small litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size | Requires experienced breeders, small litter size |
| Dietary Preferences | High protein, balanced diet | Low fat, high fiber | Balanced diet |
| Solo Time Tolerance | High | High | High |
| Noise Sensitivity | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
| Genetic Diversity | Low | Low | Low |
| Sensitivity To Changes | High sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | High sensitivity |
| Food Motivation | Low | Low | Low |
| Feeding Schedule |
Twice a day Morning and Evening | Two or three times a day | Three times a day |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate | Low | Low |
| Exercise Needs | High | Low | Medium |
| Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Ragdoll or Devon Rex? | 15-16 years | 12-17 years | 10-15 years |
| Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Ragdoll vs Devon Rex cat? | The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds. | The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level. | The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level. |
| Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Ragdoll or Devon Rex? | Yes Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | No Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll vs Devon Rex? | High Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | High Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
| Health Problems |
Diabetes Mellitus Hypokalemia Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Kidney Disease |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Patellar Luxation Hereditary Myopathy |
| Climate | Temperate | Temperate | Temperate |
| Cold Tolerance | High | Medium | Medium |
| Heat Tolerance | High | Low | Medium |
| Breeding Difficulty | Easy | Easy | Medium |
Burmese vs Ragdoll vs Devon Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison
| Common Vocalizations | Talkative and loud | Soft and infrequent meows | Playful and high-pitched meows |
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| Interaction With Other Pets | Excellent, very social and affectionate | Excellent, very social and gentle | Excellent, very social and friendly |
| Facial Expression | People-oriented and energetic | Docile and affectionate | Mischievous and affectionate |
| Tail Behavior | Energetic tail movements | Docile and affectionate tail movements | Playful and mischievous tail movements |
| Explorer Instincts | Moderate | Low | High |
| Attention Needs | High | Moderate | High |
| Protectiveness | Low | Low | Low |
| Territoriality | Low | Low | Low |
| Independence | Low | Low | Moderate |
| Response To Commands | High | Low | High |
| Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
| Hunting Drive | High | Low | High |
| Play Style |
Active Social Playful |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Active Social Playful |
| Escape Tendencies | High | Low | High |
| Curiosity | High | Low | High |
| Hunting Skills | Moderate ⏺️ | Low ⬇️ | Moderate ⏺️ |
| Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Cautious | Friendly |
| Stalking Behavior | High | Low | High |
| Aggression Level | Moderate | Low | Low |
| Training Difficulty | Easy | Moderate | Easy |
| Agility | High | Low | High |
| Travel Compatibility | High | Medium | Medium |
| Activity | Highly Active | Low Active | Moderately Active |
| Compatibility With Other Animals |
High Friendly Tolerant |
Low Independent |
Playful Medium |
| Household Noise Tolerance | High | Medium | Medium |
| Playfulness | Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness. | 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. | 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. | 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 Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll or Devon Rex? | Curious | Affectionate | Highly interactive |
| Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Burmese 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. | 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 Ragdoll vs Devon Rex? | High: Burmese 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. | 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 Ragdoll or Devon Rex? | The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll or Devon Rex? | Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | 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 Ragdoll vs Devon Rex? | Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence. | Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds. |
| Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll or Devon Rex? | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. |
| Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Burmese or Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll vs Devon Rex Grooming Comparison
| Seasonal Shedding | Low | Moderate | Low |
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| Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
| Dental Care | High | Low | High |
| Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Burmese or Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll 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 Ragdoll or Devon Rex? | 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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