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Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex" Compare Egyptian Mau and Singapura. Which is better: Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
 
 
 
Name Egyptian Mau Singapura Cornish Rex
OriginsEgypt flagEgypt Singapore flagSingapore United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank616413
Reviews001
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pharaoh Cat Drain Cat, Kucinta Corn Rex Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex cat?
$1000 to $1200 $1200 to $1600 $800 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
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) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Cornish Rex Breed Club

Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 6 - 8 pounds, Female: 4 - 6 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Egyptian Mau have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-foreign
Singapura have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Lithe
Cornish Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
Ear Shape Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Green Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted coat pattern; colours include silver, bronze, and smoke. Ticked tabby pattern; colours include sepia-toned beige or brown with dark brown ticking. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Egyptian Mau, Singapura and Cornish Rex coats?
Short to medium Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Slender
Head Shape Triangular Heart-shaped Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Wide-set Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Shaggy 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Whip-like
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex Special Abilities Comparison

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

Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Affectionate 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low fat High protein, frequent meals High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate High
Genetic Diversity Moderate Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low High High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
18-20 years 12-15 years 11-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex cat?
The Egyptian Mau cat has a very high energy level.
The Singapura cat has a very high energy level.
The Cornish Rex cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
No
Egyptian Mau cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Singapura cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Cornish Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Singapuras tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Retinal Dysplasia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Hard Medium

Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and melodious meows Quiet and gentle sounds Soft and high-pitched meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys company of other pets Good, playful and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Graceful and alert Playful and curious Lively and affectionate
Tail Behavior Graceful and alert tail movements Playful and curious tail movements Curly tail with expressive movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness High High Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Low Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium High 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. Egyptian Mau are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Singapura are extremely playful and energetic.
Energetic Explorer. Cornish Rex are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Egyptian Mau cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Average Trainability: Singapura cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Cornish Rex 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, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
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, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
Agile Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Egyptian Mau cats don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Singapura cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cornish Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex?
High: Egyptian Mau cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Singapura cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Cornish Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
The Egyptian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Singapura cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Cornish Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
Egyptian Mau cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Singapura owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Cornish Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex?
Smart: Egyptian Mau's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Singapura is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Cornish Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Egyptian Mau or Singapura or Cornish Rex?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
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.

Egyptian Mau vs Singapura vs Cornish Rex Grooming Comparison

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

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