Himalayan vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	Himalayan	Ragdoll
Origins	United States United Kingdom	United States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Crossbreed	Crossbreed
Popularity Rank	33	2
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy	Rag doll
Price Which one is cheaper, Himalayan vs Ragdoll cat?	$1000 to $2500	$1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership	High	Moderate
Breed Recognition	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Himalayan vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Himalayan or Ragdoll 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.
Weight Which is heavier, Himalayan or Ragdoll cat?	Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds	Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite Force	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 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.	Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape	Medium Rounded Wide-set	Medium Rounded Wide-set
Eye Color	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.	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 and Ragdoll coats?	Long	Semi-long
Leg Lenght	Medium	Medium
Whisker Length	Medium	Long
Musculature	Solid	Muscular
Head Shape	Round	Round
Toe Count	5 front 4 back	5 front 4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation	Round	Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size	Medium	Large
Nose Structure	Short and Broad	Concave
Neck Length	Medium	Long
Fur Texture	Short Dense	Soft Curled
Bone Density	Medium	Medium
Flexibility	High	Low
Bone Structure	Robust	Robust
Tail Length	Plumed	Plumed
Sleep Patterns	Moderate Sleep	Active Less Sleep

Himalayan vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

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

Himalayan vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size	2-4 Kittens	4-6 Kittens
Special Needs	Affectionate High grooming	Affectionate High grooming
Breeding	Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size	Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences	Balanced diet	Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance	Low	High
Noise Sensitivity	Moderate	Moderate
Genetic Diversity	Low	Low
Sensitivity To Changes	Medium sensitivity	Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation	Low	Low
Feeding Schedule	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level	Moderate	Low
Exercise Needs	Medium	Low
Life Expectancy Do Himalayan cats live longer than Ragdoll?	9-15 years	12-17 years
Energy Level Which is more energetic, Himalayan vs Ragdoll cat?	The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.	The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic Which cat is hypoallergenic, Himalayan or Ragdoll?	No Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.	No Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues Which cat is healthier, Himalayan vs Ragdoll?	High Himalayans 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	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Kidney Disease
Climate	Temperate	Temperate
Cold Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Heat Tolerance	Medium	Low
Breeding Difficulty	Medium	Easy

Himalayan vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations	Soft and infrequent meows	Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets	Good, calm and gentle	Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression	Sweet and gentle	Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior	Sweet and gentle tail movements	Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts	Low	Low
Attention Needs	Low	Moderate
Protectiveness	Low	Low
Territoriality	Low	Low
Independence	Low	Low
Response To Commands	Low	Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life	High	High
Hunting Drive	Low	Low
Play Style	Playful Gentle Calm	Playful Gentle Calm
Escape Tendencies	Low	Low
Curiosity	Low	Low
Hunting Skills	Moderate ⏺️	Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers	Cautious	Cautious
Stalking Behavior	Low	Low
Aggression Level	Moderate	Low
Training Difficulty	Difficult	Moderate
Agility	Low	Low
Travel Compatibility	Medium	Medium
Activity	Moderately Active	Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals	Playful Medium	Low Independent
Household Noise Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Playfulness	Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.	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.	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 Ragdoll?	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 Ragdoll?	Dependent	Affectionate
Adaptability Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?	Himalayan 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 Ragdoll?	High: Himalayan 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 Ragdoll?	The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.	The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly Which cat is more dog-friendly, Himalayan or Ragdoll?	Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.	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 Ragdoll?	Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.	Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs Which cat is more social, Himalayan or Ragdoll?	Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.	Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly Which cat is more stranger friendly, Himalayan or Ragdoll?	Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.	Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization Which cat is the loudest, Himalayan or Ragdoll?	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 Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

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