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Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest" Compare Chantilly-Tiffany and Norwegian Forest. Which is better: Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
 
 
 
Name Chantilly-Tiffany Norwegian Forest
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Norway flagNorway
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank4114
Reviews00
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chantilly, Foreign Longhair Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie
Price
Which one is cheaper, Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest cat?
$400 to $600 $900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association

Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest cat?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 8 - 10 pounds Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 9 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Chantilly-Tiffany have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Norwegian Forest are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Blue
Fawn
Chocolate
Lilac
Cinnamon
Mink 		All coat colours and patterns, except colorpoint, chocolate, and lilac; most commonly seen in tabby patterns.
Coat
What is the difference between Chantilly-Tiffany and Norwegian Forest coats?
Long Hair
Silky 		Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Large
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, affectionate and calm Long, independent and active
Guarding Instinct Low High
Protection Instincts Low High
Climbing Ability Low High
Jumping Ability Moderate Good
Swimming Ability Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Good

Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Chantilly-Tiffany cats live longer than Norwegian Forest?
14-16 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest cat?
The Chantilly-Tiffany cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Norwegian Forest cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
No
Chantilly-Tiffany cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Norwegian Forest cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Norwegian Forests tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Hip Dysplasia
Glycogen Storage Disease IV
Climate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance High Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium

Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and gentle sounds Quiet and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys companionship Good, adaptable and friendly
Facial Expression Sweet and affectionate Independent and alert
Tail Behavior Gentle and affectionate tail movements Independent and alert tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Low High
Territoriality Low High
Independence Moderate High
Response To Commands Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High
Curiosity Moderate High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low High
Aggression Level Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate
Agility Moderate High
Travel Compatibility Low Low
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Chantilly-Tiffany are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Norwegian Forest have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Chantilly-Tiffany cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Norwegian Forest 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, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
Affectionate Sweet
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Chantilly-Tiffany cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwegian Forest cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest?
High: Chantilly-Tiffany cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Norwegian Forest cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
The Chantilly-Tiffany cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Norwegian Forest cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
Very dog-friendly: Chantilly-Tiffany owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Norwegian Forest owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest?
Outstanding: Chantilly-Tiffany is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Norwegian Forest's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
 Moderate

Chantilly-Tiffany vs Norwegian Forest Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Norwegian Forest cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Chantilly-Tiffany or Norwegian Forest?
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.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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