• Hungarian Language
  • English Language
 

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian" Compare Maine Coon and Norwegian Forest. Which is better: Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
 
 
 
Name Maine Coon Norwegian Forest Siberian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Norway flagNorway Russia flagRussia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank41422
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian cat?
$1200 to $2000 $900 to $1500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association 		Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 9 - 12 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Norwegian Forest are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Large
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Green
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. All coat colours and patterns, except colorpoint, chocolate, and lilac; most commonly seen in tabby patterns. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Maine Coon, Norwegian Forest and Siberian coats?
Longhair Long Hair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Large Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Robust
Head Shape Square Triangular Round
Toe Count Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Square Almond-shaped Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Concave
Neck Length Long Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density High Medium Medium
Flexibility
Medium
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Sturdy
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, playful and intelligent Long, independent and active Long, loyal and affectionate
Guarding Instinct High High High
Protection Instincts High High High
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Good Good Good
Swimming Ability Good Good Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good Good

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
High grooming 		Active
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity High High High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
12-15 years 12-16 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian cat?
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Norwegian Forest cat has an average energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Norwegian Forest 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.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Norwegian Forests 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)
Hip Dysplasia
Glycogen Storage Disease IV 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate Temperate Cold Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet chirps and trills Quiet and infrequent meows Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, adaptable and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Friendly and intelligent Independent and alert Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior Gentle swaying tail Independent and alert tail movements Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness High High High
Territoriality Moderate High High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Norwegian Forest have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siberian 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.
Average Trainability: Norwegian Forest 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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
Adaptable Sweet Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Maine Coon cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Norwegian Forest 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian?
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Norwegian Forest 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.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Norwegian Forest cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Norwegian Forest owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian?
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Norwegian Forest's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
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, Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest or Siberian?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
 Moderate Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian Grooming Comparison

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

Popular Cat Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest vs Siberian

Reviews