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Burmese vs Snowshoe vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs Snowshoe vs Siamese" Compare Burmese and Snowshoe. Which is better: Burmese or Snowshoe or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Burmese Snowshoe Siamese
OriginsThailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank215315
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat White Feet Cat Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Snowshoe vs Siamese cat?
$1000 to $1500 $600 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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Snowshoe or Siamese 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.
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 Snowshoe or Siamese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 9 - 12 pounds, Female: 7 - 10 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI No data available
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-foreign
Snowshoe 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 		Medium
Triangular
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Blue No data available
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		Pointed pattern similar to Siamese; white markings on paws, chest, and face; base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail; point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, and lilac. No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Snowshoe and Siamese coats?
Short Hair Short Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Lean Muscular
Head Shape Round Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Burmese vs Snowshoe vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Burmese vs Snowshoe vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Low High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Snowshoe or Siamese?
15-16 years 14-19 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Snowshoe vs Siamese cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe or Siamese?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe 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) 		Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity 		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 Medium Easy

Burmese vs Snowshoe vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Quiet and social meows Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Good, social and friendly Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Affectionate and social Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Affectionate and social tail movements Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low Moderate High
Independence Low Moderate Moderate
Response To Commands High Moderate High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate Moderate
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Moderate High
Curiosity High Moderate High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High Moderate High
Travel Compatibility High Medium 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. Snowshoe 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.
Difficult to Train: Snowshoe cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic 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 Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe or Siamese?
Curious Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe vs Siamese?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe or Siamese?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Snowshoe cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Snowshoe or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe vs Siamese?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe or Siamese?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Burmese vs Snowshoe vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Burmese or Snowshoe or Siamese?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Snowshoe 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 Snowshoe or Siamese?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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