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Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx" Compare Oriental and Devon Rex. Which is better: Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
 
 
 
Name Oriental Devon Rex Sphynx
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Canada flagCanada
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank1676
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Oriental Shorthair Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx
Price
Which one is cheaper, Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx cat?
$800 to $1500 $1200 to $1800 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Oriental have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Sphynx have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Gold
Blue
Odd 		Green
Blue
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. 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 Oriental, Devon Rex and Sphynx coats?
Short Hair Short Hairless
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Lean Muscular
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 Large and Prominent Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Sturdy Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Whip-like Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average Moderate Sleep

Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx Special Abilities Comparison

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

Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Requires attention 		High grooming
Sensitive skin
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber Balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day Two or more small meals a day
Maintenance Level Low Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
12-14 years 10-15 years 12-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx cat?
The Oriental cat has a very high energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
Yes
Oriental cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Sphynx cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx?
High
Orientals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and talkative Playful and high-pitched meows Loud and energetic sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and playful Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Vocal and affectionate Mischievous and affectionate Outgoing and energetic
Tail Behavior Vocal and affectionate tail movements Playful and mischievous tail movements Outgoing and energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High Low
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Low Low
Territoriality Low Low Low
Independence High Moderate Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Curious
Interactive
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Low Low Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium 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
Active Adventurer. Oriental are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sphynx are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Oriental cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex 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, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
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, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
Energetic Highly interactive Loyal
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Oriental cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Devon Rex 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: Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx?
High: Oriental cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Devon Rex 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, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
The Oriental cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
Very dog-friendly: Oriental owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex 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, Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx?
Outstanding: Oriental is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
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, Oriental or Devon Rex 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, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Oriental vs Devon Rex vs Sphynx Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Oriental coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex 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, Oriental or Devon Rex or Sphynx?
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.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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