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Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm" Compare Norwegian Forest and Siamese. Which is better: Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
 
 
 
Name Norwegian Forest Siamese LaPerm
OriginsNorway flagNorway Thailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank141576
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie Siam, Thai Cat LaPerme cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm cat?
$900 to $1500 $600 to $1200 $900 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm 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.
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 Siamese or LaPerm?
Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 9 - 12 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Norwegian Forest are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-foreign
LaPerm have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		No data available Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, except colorpoint, chocolate, and lilac; most commonly seen in tabby patterns. No data available All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Norwegian Forest, Siamese and LaPerm coats?
Long Hair Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Large Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Slanted Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Average

Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, independent and active Long, vocal and attentive Moderate, playful and affectionate
Guarding Instinct High Moderate Moderate
Protection Instincts High Moderate Moderate
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Good Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Good Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Moderate

Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
High grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Low maintenance
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity High Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate High
Exercise Needs Medium High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
12-16 years 12-15 years 10-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm cat?
The Norwegian Forest cat has an average energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The LaPerm cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
No
Norwegian Forest 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.
No
LaPerm cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm?
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 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Dental Problems
Patellar Luxation
Climate Cold Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Hard

Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Very loud and talkative Soft and gentle purrs
Interaction With Other Pets Good, adaptable and friendly Good, very social and interactive Good, playful and friendly
Facial Expression Independent and alert Vocal and social Curious and gentle
Tail Behavior Independent and alert tail movements Vocal and social tail movements Curious and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness High Moderate Moderate
Territoriality High High Moderate
Independence High Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Curious
Interactive
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low High
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Norwegian Forest have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. LaPerm 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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Challenging to Train: LaPerm 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, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
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 Siamese or LaPerm?
Sweet Active Intelligent
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Norwegian Forest 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.
LaPerm cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm?
High: Norwegian Forest 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.
High: LaPerm 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 Siamese or LaPerm?
The Norwegian Forest cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The LaPerm cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
Very dog-friendly: Norwegian Forest 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.
Very dog-friendly: LaPerm owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm?
Smart: Norwegian Forest's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: LaPerm is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
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, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
Moderate Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Norwegian Forest vs Siamese vs LaPerm Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Norwegian Forest 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.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your LaPerm cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Norwegian Forest or Siamese or LaPerm?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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