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Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman" Compare Himalayan and Persian. Which is better: Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
 
 
 
Name Himalayan Persian Birman
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Iran flagIran France flagFrance
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank33519
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma
Price
Which one is cheaper, Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman cat?
$1000 to $2500 $1500 to $3000 $700 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership High High 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)

Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Himalayan or Persian or Birman cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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.
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 Persian or Birman?
Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 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 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 No data available Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Copper
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. 		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). Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
Coat
What is the difference between Himalayan, Persian and Birman coats?
Long Glossy Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Solid Muscular Solid
Head Shape Round Flat-faced Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Almond-shaped Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Short and Broad Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Short
Dense 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Medium
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman Special Abilities Comparison

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

Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle
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, wet food Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two to three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
9-15 years 14-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman cat?
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
No
Himalayan 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.
No
Birman cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman?
High
Himalayans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Quiet and sweet meows Soft and quiet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and gentle Good, calm and friendly Excellent, very sociable
Facial Expression Sweet and gentle Calm and sweet Gentle and affectionate
Tail Behavior Sweet and gentle tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements Soft tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Low Moderate
Attention Needs Low Low Moderate
Protectiveness Low Low Low
Territoriality Low Low Low
Independence Low Low Low
Response To Commands Low Low Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Low Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies Low Low Low
Curiosity Low Low Moderate
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low Low Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Difficult Difficult Easy
Agility Low Low Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium Low High
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.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Balanced Playmate. Birman 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.
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.
Moderately Trainable: Birman cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
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 Persian or Birman?
Dependent Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Himalayan 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.
Birman cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman?
High: Himalayan 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.
High: Birman cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Himalayan vs Persian vs Birman?
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
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 Persian vs Birman Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Birman cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Himalayan or Persian or Birman?
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.
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.

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