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Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese" Compare Cornish Rex and Abyssinian. Which is better: Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Cornish Rex Abyssinian Siamese
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Ethiopia flagEthiopia Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank131015
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Corn Rex Cat Abys Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese cat?
$800 to $1200 $900 to $1500 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Cornish Rex Breed Club 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian 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, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available
Body Type Lithe
Cornish Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Green Gold
Green 		No data available
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Cornish Rex, Abyssinian and Siamese coats?
Short Hair Shorthair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Long Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Short Medium
Musculature Slender Lean Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Whip-like Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, playful and affectionate Long, focused and curious Long, vocal and attentive
Guarding Instinct Low Moderate Moderate
Protection Instincts Low Moderate Moderate
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Poor

Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity High Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level High Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
11-14 years 14-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese cat?
The Cornish Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Yes
Cornish Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Abyssinian 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, Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Hot Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium High Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and high-pitched meows Quiet meows and chirps Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Generally good, enjoys companionship Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression Lively and affectionate Alert and curious Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Curly tail with expressive movements Flicks tail when excited Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low High High
Independence Moderate High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low High Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Cornish Rex are extremely playful and energetic.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Cornish Rex cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
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, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian 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, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Affectionate Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Cornish Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian 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: Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
High: Cornish Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian 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, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
The Cornish Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Cornish Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
Outstanding: Cornish Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
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, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
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, Cornish Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
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.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Cornish Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

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

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