Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Ocicat and Siamese. Which is better: Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll?
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Name | Ocicat | Siamese | Ragdoll |
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Origins | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Group | Crossbreed | Mutation | Crossbreed |
Popularity Rank | 17 | 15 | 2 |
Reviews | 0 | 0 | 1 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? | Oci | Siam, Thai Cat | Rag doll |
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Price
Which one is cheaper, Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll cat? | $800 to $1200 | $600 to $1200 | $1200 to $2500 |
Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
Breed Recognition |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) |
Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll 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. | Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down. |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds | Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds | Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds |
Bite Force | Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI | No data available | Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI |
Body Type |
Semi-foreign Ocicat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats. |
Foreign (Oriental) Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs. |
Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. |
Ear Shape |
Large Pointed Wide-set | No data available |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Eye Color | Green | No data available | Blue |
Hair Color and Pattern | Spotted coat pattern; colours include tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, and blue silver. | 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 Ocicat, Siamese and Ragdoll coats? | Short | Short Hair | Semi-long |
Leg Lenght | Medium | Long | Medium |
Whisker Length | Medium | Medium | Long |
Musculature | Muscular | Muscular | Muscular |
Head Shape | Triangular | Triangular | Round |
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 | Large |
Nose Structure | Long and Narrow | Long and Narrow | Concave |
Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Long |
Fur Texture |
Short Shaggy |
Soft Curled |
Soft Curled |
Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Flexibility | High | High | Low |
Bone Structure | Sturdy |
Slender Fine | Robust |
Tail Length | Long and Tapered | Long and Tapered | Plumed |
Sleep Patterns | Moderate Sleep | Average |
Active Less Sleep |
Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison
Attention Span | Long, playful and intelligent | Long, vocal and attentive | Moderate, gentle and affectionate |
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Guarding Instinct | High | Moderate | Low |
Protection Instincts | High | Moderate | Low |
Climbing Ability | High | High | Low |
Jumping Ability | Excellent | Excellent | Moderate |
Swimming Ability | Moderate | Poor | Poor |
Water Affinity | |||
Rescue Capability | Good | Poor | Poor |
Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Health Comparison
Litter Size | 3-5 Kittens | 1-3 Kittens | 4-6 Kittens |
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Special Needs |
Active Intelligent Requires stimulation |
Affectionate Vocal Requires attention |
Affectionate High grooming |
Breeding | Requires careful genetic management, moderate litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size |
Dietary Preferences | High protein, raw diet | High protein, balanced diet | Low fat, high fiber |
Solo Time Tolerance | Medium | High | High |
Noise Sensitivity | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
Genetic Diversity | Moderate | Low | Low |
Sensitivity To Changes | High sensitivity | High sensitivity | Medium sensitivity |
Food Motivation | High | Moderate | Low |
Feeding Schedule |
Twice a day Morning and Evening | Two or three times a day | Two or three times a day |
Maintenance Level | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Exercise Needs | Medium | High | Low |
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | 12-14 years | 12-15 years | 12-17 years |
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll cat? | The Ocicat cat has a very high energy level. | The Siamese cat has a very high energy level. | The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level. |
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Yes Ocicat cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | Yes Siamese 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, Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll? | High Ocicats tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | Low Very healthy cat breed. |
Health Problems |
Periodontal Disease Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Diabetes Mellitus |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Asthma |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Kidney Disease |
Climate | Temperate | Hot | Temperate |
Cold Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Heat Tolerance | Medium | High | Low |
Breeding Difficulty | Hard | Easy | Easy |
Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison
Common Vocalizations | Moderate and varied sounds | Very loud and talkative | Soft and infrequent meows |
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Interaction With Other Pets | Good, playful and social | Good, very social and interactive | Excellent, very social and gentle |
Facial Expression | Energetic and friendly | Vocal and social | Docile and affectionate |
Tail Behavior | Energetic and friendly tail movements | Vocal and social tail movements | Docile and affectionate tail movements |
Explorer Instincts | High | High | Low |
Attention Needs | High | High | Moderate |
Protectiveness | High | Moderate | Low |
Territoriality | High | High | Low |
Independence | High | Moderate | Low |
Response To Commands | High | High | Low |
Adaptability To Indoor Life | Moderate | High | High |
Hunting Drive | High | Moderate | Low |
Play Style |
Active Curious Playful |
Active Social Playful |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Escape Tendencies | High | High | Low |
Curiosity | High | High | Low |
Hunting Skills | High ⬆️ | Moderate ⏺️ | Low ⬇️ |
Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Friendly | Cautious |
Stalking Behavior | High | Moderate | Low |
Aggression Level | High | Moderate | Low |
Training Difficulty | Easy | Easy | Moderate |
Agility | High | High | Low |
Travel Compatibility | Medium | Low | Medium |
Activity | Moderately Active | Highly Active | Low Active |
Compatibility With Other Animals |
Playful Medium |
High Friendly Tolerant |
Low Independent |
Household Noise Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Playfulness | Active Adventurer. Ocicat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness. |
Trainability | Difficult to Train: Ocicat cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results. | 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: 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, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | 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, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Active | Active | Affectionate |
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Ocicat 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. | Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll? | High: Ocicat 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: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. |
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | The Ocicat cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed. |
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Very dog-friendly: Ocicat 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: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. |
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll? | Outstanding: Ocicat is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence. |
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. | 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, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. | 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, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats. |
Ocicat vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison
Seasonal Shedding | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
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Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Dental Care | Low | High | Low |
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ocicat coat in good condition. | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Siamese 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, Ocicat or Siamese or Ragdoll? | 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. | 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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