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Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese" Compare Maine Coon and Birman. Which is better: Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Maine Coon Birman Siamese
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States France flagFrance Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Mutation
Popularity Rank41915
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese cat?
$1200 to $2000 $700 to $1500 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese cat?
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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available
Body Type Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Large
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Blue No data available
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Maine Coon, Birman and Siamese coats?
Longhair Long Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Long Long Medium
Musculature Solid Solid Muscular
Head Shape Square Round Triangular
Toe Count Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Square Round Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Long Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density High Medium Medium
Flexibility
Medium
Medium
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep 		Average

Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, playful and intelligent Moderate, enjoys companionship Long, vocal and attentive
Guarding Instinct High Low Moderate
Protection Instincts High Low Moderate
Climbing Ability High Moderate High
Jumping Ability Good Good Excellent
Swimming Ability Good Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Moderate Poor

Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
High grooming 		Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet Balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two to three times a day Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
12-15 years 14-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese cat?
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
No
Maine Coon 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.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Easy

Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet chirps and trills Soft and quiet meows Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very sociable Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression Friendly and intelligent Gentle and affectionate Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Gentle swaying tail Soft tail movements Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate High
Protectiveness High Low Moderate
Territoriality Moderate Low High
Independence High Low Moderate
Response To Commands High Moderate High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Low Moderate
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate Low High
Curiosity High Moderate High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Low Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Agility High Moderate High
Travel Compatibility Low High Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
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, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
Adaptable Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Maine Coon 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.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese?
High: Maine Coon 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.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese?
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
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, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
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.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Maine Coon vs Birman vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Moderate Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Maine Coon cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Birman cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Maine Coon or Birman or Siamese?
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.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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