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Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx" Compare Norwegian Forest and Maine Coon. Which is better: Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
 
 
 
Name Norwegian Forest Maine Coon Sphynx
OriginsNorway flagNorway United States flagUnited States Canada flagCanada
Group Natural Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank1446
Reviews010
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx
Price
Which one is cheaper, Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx cat?
$900 to $1500 $1200 to $2000 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High High
Breed Recognition Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association
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)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 9 - 12 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Norwegian Forest are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Foreign (Oriental)
Sphynx have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green
Gold
Green
Green
Blue
Hair Color and 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; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Norwegian Forest, Maine Coon and Sphynx coats?
Long Hair Longhair Hairless
Leg Lenght Large Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Square Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Square Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long
Silky
Long
Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium High Medium
Flexibility
High
Medium
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep
Calm
More Sleep
Moderate Sleep

Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, independent and active Long, playful and intelligent Long, social and energetic
Guarding Instinct High High Low
Protection Instincts High High Low
Climbing Ability High High Low
Jumping Ability Good Good Moderate
Swimming Ability Good Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good Poor

Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Active
High grooming
Active
High grooming
High grooming
Sensitive skin
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity High High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Low
Feeding Schedule Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Two or more small meals a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
12-16 years 12-15 years 12-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx cat?
The Norwegian Forest cat has an average energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
No
Norwegian Forest 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.
Yes
Sphynx cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx?
High
Norwegian Forests tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Hip Dysplasia
Glycogen Storage Disease IV
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Cold Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Quiet chirps and trills Loud and energetic sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, adaptable and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Independent and alert Friendly and intelligent Outgoing and energetic
Tail Behavior Independent and alert tail movements Gentle swaying tail Outgoing and energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate Low
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate High
Protectiveness High High Low
Territoriality High Moderate Low
Independence High High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful
Social
Playful
Gentle
Curious
Interactive
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Moderate High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy 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
Balanced Playmate. Norwegian Forest have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sphynx are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
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.
Difficult to Train: Sphynx cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
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, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
Sweet Adaptable Loyal
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Norwegian Forest 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.
Sphynx cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx?
High: Norwegian Forest 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: Sphynx cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
The Norwegian Forest cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
Very dog-friendly: Norwegian Forest 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.
Very dog-friendly: Sphynx owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx?
Smart: Norwegian Forest's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
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, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
Moderate Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Norwegian Forest vs Maine Coon vs Sphynx Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High High Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Norwegian Forest 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 Sphynx coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Norwegian Forest or Maine Coon or Sphynx?
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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