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Korat vs Burmese Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Korat Burmese
OriginsThailand flagThailand Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank7321
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Si-SawatMalet Burmese Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Korat vs Burmese cat?
$500 to $800 $1000 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Low
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available

Korat vs Burmese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Korat or Burmese cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Korat or Burmese cat?
Male: 8 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Korat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum
Coat
What is the difference between Korat and Burmese coats?
Long Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Solid
Head Shape Heart-shaped Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Small and Deep-set Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Convex
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Korat vs Burmese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, attentive and affectionate Long, highly social and focused
Guarding Instinct Moderate Low
Protection Instincts Moderate Low
Climbing Ability High Moderate
Jumping Ability Good Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Moderate

Korat vs Burmese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High
Life Expectancy
Do Korat cats live longer than Burmese?
10-15 years 15-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Korat vs Burmese cat?
The Korat cat has an average energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Korat or Burmese?
No
Korat cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Korat vs Burmese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Dental Problems 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS)
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium High
Heat Tolerance Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy

Korat vs Burmese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and gentle meows Talkative and loud
Interaction With Other Pets Good, social and affectionate Excellent, very social and affectionate
Facial Expression Watchful and affectionate People-oriented and energetic
Tail Behavior Watchful and affectionate tail movements Energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs Moderate High
Protectiveness Moderate Low
Territoriality Moderate Low
Independence High Low
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Low High
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Korat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Korat cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Burmese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Korat or Burmese?
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, Korat or Burmese?
Affectionate Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Korat cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Korat vs Burmese?
High: Korat cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Korat or Burmese?
The Korat cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Korat or Burmese?
Very dog-friendly: Korat owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Korat vs Burmese?
Outstanding: Korat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Korat or Burmese?
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, Korat or Burmese?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Korat or Burmese?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Korat vs Burmese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Korat or Burmese?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Korat coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Korat or Burmese?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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