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Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay" Compare Devon Rex and Ragdoll. Which is better: Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
 
 
 
Name Devon Rex Ragdoll Bombay
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank7271
Reviews010
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Rag doll Small Black Panther
Price
Which one is cheaper, Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay cat?
$1200 to $1800 $1200 to $2500 $600 to $1000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Low
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		No data available

Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceWeak 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 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 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.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue
Odd 		Blue Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. 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. 		Black
Coat
What is the difference between Devon Rex, Ragdoll and Bombay coats?
Short Semi-long Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Lean Muscular Robust
Head Shape Triangular Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Large and Prominent Oval Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Convex
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
Low
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Robust Robust
Tail Length Whip-like Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep

Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, playful and curious Moderate, gentle and affectionate Long, enjoys play and interaction
Guarding Instinct Low Low Moderate
Protection Instincts Low Low Moderate
Climbing Ability High Low Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Moderate

Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires careful selection, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet Low fat, high fiber High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High Low
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate High
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Three times a day Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Low High
Exercise Needs Medium Low Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
10-15 years 12-17 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay cat?
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
Yes
Devon Rex 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.
No
Bombay cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay?
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and high-pitched meows Soft and infrequent meows Quiet and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and gentle Good, enjoys social interaction
Facial Expression Mischievous and affectionate Docile and affectionate Social and loving
Tail Behavior Playful and mischievous tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements Social tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low Low
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Low Low Moderate
Territoriality Low Low Moderate
Independence Moderate 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 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High Low Moderate
Curiosity High Low High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Low Moderate
Aggression Level Low Low Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High Low Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
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.
Average Trainability: Bombay 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, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
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, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
Highly interactive Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Devon Rex 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.
Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay?
High: Devon Rex 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: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex 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: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay?
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
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.

Devon Rex vs Ragdoll vs Bombay Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Low Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Devon Rex or Ragdoll or Bombay?
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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