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Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Himalayan Balinese Ragdoll
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Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Crossbreed
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy Long-haired Siamese Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll cat?
$1000 to $2500 $800 to $1500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Oriental Longhair
Similar to the Oriental body type but with a longer coat.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Blue Blue
Hair Color and Pattern 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. 		Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		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.
Coat
What is the difference between Himalayan, Balinese and Ragdoll coats?
Long Long Hair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Solid Slender Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Slanted Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Short and Broad Long and Narrow Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Low
Bone Structure Robust Heavy Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Average Active
Less Sleep

Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, relaxed and gentle Long, very focused and vocal Moderate, gentle and affectionate
Guarding Instinct Low Low Low
Protection Instincts Low Low Low
Climbing Ability Low High Low
Jumping Ability Moderate Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor Poor

Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance Low High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or more small meals a day Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium High Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
9-15 years 10-15 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll cat?
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
The Balinese cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
No
Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Balinese 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.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll?
High
Himalayans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Balineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium High Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Loud and talkative Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and gentle Good, enjoys the company of other pets Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression Sweet and gentle Intelligent and energetic Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior Sweet and gentle tail movements Energetic tail flicks Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low High Low
Attention Needs Low High Moderate
Protectiveness Low Low Low
Territoriality Low Moderate Low
Independence Low Moderate Low
Response To Commands Low High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Moderate Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low High Low
Curiosity Low High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Moderate Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Difficult Easy Moderate
Agility Low High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Balinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Himalayan cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Balinese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
Dependent Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Himalayan cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Balinese 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll?
High: Himalayan cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Balinese 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.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Balinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Very dog-friendly: Balinese 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.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll?
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Balinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
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, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well 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, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
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.

Himalayan vs Balinese vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Balinese 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.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Himalayan or Balinese or Ragdoll?
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.
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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