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Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll" Compare Korat and Burmese. Which is better: Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
 
 
 
Name Korat Burmese Ragdoll
OriginsThailand flagThailand Thailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank73212
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Si-SawatMalet Burmese Cat Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll cat?
$500 to $800 $1000 to $1500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Low Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
Male: 8 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 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.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Gold
Green 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum 		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 Korat, Burmese and Ragdoll coats?
Long Hair Short Hair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Robust Solid Muscular
Head Shape Heart-shaped Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Small and Deep-set Oval Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Straight Convex Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Low
Bone Structure Fine Fine Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

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

Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium High Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
10-15 years 15-16 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll cat?
The Korat cat has an average energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
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.
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Dental Problems 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium High Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Easy

Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and gentle meows Talkative and loud Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, social and affectionate Excellent, very social and affectionate Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression Watchful and affectionate People-oriented and energetic Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior Watchful and affectionate tail movements Energetic tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate Low
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate Low Low
Territoriality Moderate Low Low
Independence High Low Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Low
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Low High Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Korat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
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.
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, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
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, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
Affectionate Curious Affectionate
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.
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll?
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.
High: Ragdoll 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 or Ragdoll?
The Korat cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
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.
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll?
Outstanding: Korat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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 or Ragdoll?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Korat or Burmese or Ragdoll?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Korat vs Burmese vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

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