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Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian" Compare Devon Rex and Sphynx. Which is better: Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Devon Rex Sphynx Persian
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Canada flagCanada Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank765
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian cat?
$1200 to $1800 $1800 to $3000 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High High
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) 		No data available

Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
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, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Sphynx have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 No data available
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Gold
Blue
Odd 		Green
Blue 		Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping).
Coat
What is the difference between Devon Rex, Sphynx and Persian coats?
Short Hairless Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Large and Prominent Large and Prominent Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Fine Slender
Fine
Tail Length Whip-like Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, playful and curious Long, social and energetic Short to moderate, calm and gentle
Guarding Instinct Low Low Low
Protection Instincts Low Low Low
Climbing Ability High Low Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Poor

Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		High grooming
Sensitive skin 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Three times a day Two or more small meals a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
10-15 years 12-14 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian cat?
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Sphynx cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian?
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and high-pitched meows Loud and energetic sounds Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Mischievous and affectionate Outgoing and energetic Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Playful and mischievous tail movements Outgoing and energetic tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low Low
Attention Needs High High Low
Protectiveness Low Low Low
Territoriality Low Low Low
Independence Moderate Moderate Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Low
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Curious
Interactive
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Low Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Difficult
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sphynx are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
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.
Difficult to Train: Sphynx cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Challenging to Train: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
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 Sphynx or Persian?
Highly interactive Loyal Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sphynx cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian?
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Sphynx cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Persian 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 Sphynx or Persian?
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Sphynx owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian?
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
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 Sphynx or Persian?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Devon Rex vs Sphynx vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
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 Sphynx coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Devon Rex or Sphynx or Persian?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
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.

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