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Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian" Compare Munchkin and Maine Coon. Which is better: Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
 
 
 
Name Munchkin Maine Coon Abyssinian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Ethiopia flagEthiopia
Group Mutation Natural Natural
Popularity Rank55410
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sausage Cat Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Abys
Price
Which one is cheaper, Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian cat?
$1000 to $2000 $1200 to $2000 $900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High High
Breed Recognition No data available 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)

Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

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

Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, playful and outgoing Long, playful and intelligent Long, focused and curious
Guarding Instinct Low High Moderate
Protection Instincts Low High Moderate
Climbing Ability Low High High
Jumping Ability Moderate Good Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Good Poor

Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Moderate grooming
Special care for legs
Active
High grooming
Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation
Breeding Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
10-15 years 12-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian cat?
The Munchkin cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
No
Munchkin cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hip Dysplasia
Lordosis
Pectus Excavatum
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease
Climate Temperate Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium High
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Hard Easy Medium

Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and gentle meows Quiet chirps and trills Quiet meows and chirps
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys companionship Excellent, very social and friendly Generally good, enjoys companionship
Facial Expression Playful and outgoing Friendly and intelligent Alert and curious
Tail Behavior Playful and outgoing tail movements Gentle swaying tail Flicks tail when excited
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate High
Protectiveness Low High Moderate
Territoriality Low Moderate High
Independence Low High High
Response To Commands Low High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low High High
Play Style Curious
Interactive
Playful
Social
Playful
Gentle
Active
Curious
Interactive
Escape Tendencies Low Moderate High
Curiosity Moderate High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility Low High High
Travel Compatibility High Low High
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Munchkin are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Munchkin cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
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.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian 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, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
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, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
Agile Adaptable Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Munchkin cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maine Coon cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian?
High: Munchkin cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
The Munchkin cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
Very dog-friendly: Munchkin owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian?
Outstanding: Munchkin is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
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.

Munchkin vs Maine Coon vs Abyssinian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareLow High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Munchkin cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Maine Coon cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Munchkin or Maine Coon or Abyssinian?
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.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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