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Napoleon vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Napoleon Ragdoll
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank262
Reviews11
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Minuet Cat Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Napoleon vs Ragdoll cat?
$1,000 to $3,000 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Napoleon vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Napoleon or Ragdoll cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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, Napoleon or Ragdoll cat?
Male: 5 - 9 pounds, Female: 4 - 8 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite Force No data available Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type 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 No data available Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Blue
Hair Color and Pattern No data available 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 Napoleon and Ragdoll coats?
Dense, Soft Semi-long
Leg Lenght Short Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long
Musculature Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large
Nose Structure Short and Broad Concave
Neck Length Medium Long
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
Low
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Napoleon vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, affectionate Moderate, gentle and affectionate
Guarding Instinct Low Low
Protection Instincts Low Low
Climbing Ability Low Low
Jumping Ability Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor

Napoleon vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Do Napoleon cats live longer than Ragdoll?
12-15 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Napoleon vs Ragdoll cat?
The Napoleon cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
Yes
Napoleon 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, Napoleon vs Ragdoll?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Patellar Luxation
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Heart Murmurs 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy

Napoleon vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and sweet meows Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression Sweet and gentle Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior Sweet and gentle tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Low
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Low Low
Territoriality Low Low
Independence Low Low
Response To Commands Low Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive Low Low
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low Low
Curiosity Moderate Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Low
Aggression Level Low Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate
Agility Low Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Napoleon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Napoleon cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
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, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
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, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
Affectionate, Social, Gentle, Curious, Energetic Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Napoleon 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: Napoleon vs Ragdoll?
High: Napoleon 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, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
The Napoleon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
Very dog-friendly: Napoleon 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, Napoleon vs Ragdoll?
Smart: Napoleon's has great intelligence.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
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, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
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, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Napoleon vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Napoleon cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Napoleon or Ragdoll?
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.

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