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Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian" Compare Himalayan and British Shorthair. Which is better: Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Himalayan British Shorthair Persian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Iran flagIran
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank3335
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian cat?
$1000 to $2500 $1,500 to $3,000 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)
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Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
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Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Blue Gold
Copper
Copper
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.
Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more. 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 Himalayan, British Shorthair and Persian coats?
Long Short Hair Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Round Round Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Short and Broad Button Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense
Soft
Curled
Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep
Active
Less Sleep

Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, relaxed and gentle Long, enjoys calm activities Short to moderate, calm and gentle
Guarding Instinct Low High Low
Protection Instincts Low High Low
Climbing Ability Low Moderate Low
Jumping Ability Moderate Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Moderate Poor

Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming
Low maintenance
Independent
Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Easy to breed, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
9-15 years 12-17 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian cat?
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
No
Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
British Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
High
Himalayans 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 Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
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 Easy Medium

Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Soft and gentle meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and gentle Good, calm and tolerant Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Sweet and gentle Calm and easygoing Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Sweet and gentle tail movements Gentle swaying when calm Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate Low
Attention Needs Low Low Low
Protectiveness Low High Low
Territoriality Low High Low
Independence Low High Low
Response To Commands Low Moderate Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Moderate Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low Low Low
Curiosity Low Moderate Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Moderate Low
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Difficult Moderate Difficult
Agility Low Moderate 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
Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.
Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
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.
Moderately Trainable: British Shorthair 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: 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, Himalayan or British Shorthair 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, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
Dependent Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Himalayan cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
British Shorthair 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: Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
High: Himalayan cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats.
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Very dog-friendly: British Shorthair 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, Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian?
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
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.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Himalayan vs British Shorthair vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the British Shorthair coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Himalayan or British Shorthair or Persian?
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.
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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