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Himalayan vs Siberian vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Himalayan vs Siberian vs Persian" Compare Himalayan and Siberian. Which is better: Himalayan or Siberian or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Himalayan Siberian Persian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Russia flagRussia Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank33225
Reviews010
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Himalayan vs Siberian vs Persian cat?
$1000 to $2500 $1200 to $2500 $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)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		No data available

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

Size
Which is bigger, Himalayan or Siberian 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 Siberian or Persian?
Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 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.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 No data available
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Blue Gold
Green 		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. 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. 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, Siberian and Persian coats?
Long Semi-long Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Robust 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 Oval Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Short and Broad Concave 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 Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Himalayan vs Siberian vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Himalayan vs Siberian vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, 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 Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low High 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 High Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Himalayan or Siberian or Persian?
9-15 years 12-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Himalayan vs Siberian vs Persian cat?
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Himalayan or Siberian or Persian?
No
Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Himalayan vs Siberian 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)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Temperate Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Himalayan vs Siberian vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Quiet and affectionate meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and gentle Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Sweet and gentle Loyal and affectionate Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Sweet and gentle tail movements Loyal and affectionate tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low High Low
Attention Needs Low Moderate Low
Protectiveness Low High Low
Territoriality Low High Low
Independence Low High Low
Response To Commands Low High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low High Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low High Low
Curiosity Low High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Difficult Moderate Difficult
Agility Low High 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.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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.
Average Trainability: Siberian 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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Himalayan or Siberian 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 Siberian or Persian?
Dependent Curious Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Himalayan cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian 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 Siberian vs Persian?
High: Himalayan cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siberian 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.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Himalayan or Siberian or Persian?
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Himalayan or Siberian or Persian?
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian 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 Siberian vs Persian?
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Himalayan or Siberian or Persian?
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 Siberian or Persian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Himalayan or Siberian 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 Siberian vs Persian Grooming Comparison

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