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Burmese vs Thai Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Burmese vs Thai" Compare Burmese and Thai. Which is better: Burmese or Thai?
 
 
 
Name Burmese Thai
OriginsThailand flagThailand Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Burmese Cat Old-Style Siamese, Traditional Siamese, Classic Siamese, Wichien Maat, Applehead
Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Thai cat?
$1000 to $1500 $500 to $1,500
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available No data available

Burmese vs Thai Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Thai 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Burmese or Thai cat?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 8 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 13 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-foreign
Thai have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint, though the classic seal point is the most recognized.
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese and Thai coats?
Short Hair Soft, Silky
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Slender
Head Shape Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Convex Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep

Burmese vs Thai Special Abilities Comparison

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

Burmese vs Thai Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate High
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High
Exercise Needs High Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Burmese cats live longer than Thai?
15-16 years 15-20 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Thai cat?
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Thai cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Thai?
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Thai cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs Thai?
High
Burmeses 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) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium

Burmese vs Thai Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Talkative and loud Social and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and affectionate Good, social and playful
Facial Expression People-oriented and energetic Social and vocal
Tail Behavior Energetic tail movements Social and vocal tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate
Territoriality Low Moderate
Independence Low High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility High Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Thai 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.
Average Trainability: Thai cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Burmese or Thai?
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 Thai?
Curious Intelligent, Affectionate, Playful, Vocal
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Thai cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Burmese vs Thai?
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Thai cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Burmese or Thai?
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Thai cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Thai?
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Thai cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs Thai?
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Thai is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Thai?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Burmese or Thai?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Burmese or Thai?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Burmese vs Thai Grooming Comparison

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

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