Persian vs American Shorthair Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	Persian	American Shorthair
Origins	Iran	United States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Natural	Natural
Popularity Rank	5	9
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi	Domestic Shorthair
Price Which one is cheaper, Persian vs American Shorthair cat?	$1500 to $3000	$600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership	High	Low
Breed Recognition	No data available	The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Persian vs American Shorthair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Persian or American Shorthair cat?	Medium The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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.
Weight Which is heavier, Persian or American Shorthair cat?	Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds	Males: 11 to 15 pounds, Female: 8 to 12 pounds
Bite Force	Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type	No data available	Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape	Medium Small Rounded	Medium Rounded Wide-set
Eye Color	Copper Blue	Green Copper
Hair Color and Pattern	Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping).	Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat What is the difference between Persian and American Shorthair coats?	Glossy	Short Hair
Leg Lenght	Medium	Medium
Whisker Length	Medium	Medium
Musculature	Muscular	Lean
Head Shape	Flat-faced	Round
Toe Count	5 front 4 back	5 front 4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation	Almond-shaped	Round
Night Vision
Paw Size	Medium	Medium
Nose Structure	Straight	Concave
Neck Length	Medium	Medium
Fur Texture	Short Dense	Short Shaggy
Bone Density	Medium	Medium
Flexibility	High	High
Bone Structure	Slender Fine	Slender Fine
Tail Length	Plumed	Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns	Active Less Sleep	Calm More Sleep

Persian vs American Shorthair Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span	Short to moderate, calm and gentle	Long, focused on play and hunting
Guarding Instinct	Low	High
Protection Instincts	Low	High
Climbing Ability	Low	High
Jumping Ability	Moderate	Good
Swimming Ability	Poor	Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability	Poor	Good

Persian vs American Shorthair Health Comparison

Litter Size	3-5 Kittens	1-3 Kittens
Special Needs	Affectionate High grooming	Low maintenance Independent
Breeding	Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size	Easy to breed, large litter size
Dietary Preferences	High protein, wet food	High protein, raw diet
Solo Time Tolerance	Medium	High
Noise Sensitivity	Moderate	Low
Genetic Diversity	Low	High
Sensitivity To Changes	Medium sensitivity	Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation	Low	High
Feeding Schedule	Twice a day Morning and Evening	Twice a day Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level	Moderate	Moderate
Exercise Needs	Medium	Medium
Life Expectancy Do Persian cats live longer than American Shorthair?	14-15 years	15-17 years
Energy Level Which is more energetic, Persian vs American Shorthair cat?	The Persian cat has a low energy level.	The American Shorthair cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic Which cat is hypoallergenic, Persian or American Shorthair?	No Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.	No American Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues Which cat is healthier, Persian vs American Shorthair?	High Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Low Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems	Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Diabetes Mellitus
Climate	Temperate	Temperate
Cold Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Heat Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Breeding Difficulty	Medium	Medium

Persian vs American Shorthair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations	Quiet and sweet meows	Moderate meowing
Interaction With Other Pets	Good, calm and friendly	Excellent, enjoys other pets' company
Facial Expression	Calm and sweet	Calm and adaptable
Tail Behavior	Calm and sweet tail movements	Flicks tail when curious
Explorer Instincts	Low	High
Attention Needs	Low	Low
Protectiveness	Low	High
Territoriality	Low	High
Independence	Low	High
Response To Commands	Low	High
Adaptability To Indoor Life	High	High
Hunting Drive	Low	High
Play Style	Playful Gentle Calm	Curious Playful Gentle
Escape Tendencies	Low	Moderate
Curiosity	Low	High
Hunting Skills	Low ⬇️	High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers	Cautious	Cautious
Stalking Behavior	Low	High
Aggression Level	Moderate	High
Training Difficulty	Difficult	Moderate
Agility	Low	High
Travel Compatibility	Low	Medium
Activity	Moderately Active	Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals	Playful Medium	Playful Medium
Household Noise Tolerance	Medium	Medium
Playfulness	Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.	Active Adventurer. American Shorthair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability	Challenging to Train: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.	Average Trainability: American Shorthair cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat Which cat is lap type, Persian or American Shorthair?	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, Persian or American Shorthair?	Affectionate	Active
Adaptability Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?	Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Persian vs American Shorthair?	High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.	High: American Shorthair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly Which cat is more kid-friendly, Persian or American Shorthair?	The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.	The American Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly Which cat is more dog-friendly, Persian or American Shorthair?	Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.	Very dog-friendly: American Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence Which cat is smarter, Persian vs American Shorthair?	Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.	Average: the American Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs Which cat is more social, Persian or American Shorthair?	Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.	Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly Which cat is more stranger friendly, Persian or American Shorthair?	Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.	Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization Which cat is the loudest, Persian or American Shorthair?	Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.	Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Persian vs American Shorthair Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding	High	Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed	Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool	Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool
Dental Care	High	Low
Grooming Which is easier to groom, Persian or American Shorthair?	High Maintenance This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.	Moderate Maintenance Grooming your American Shorthair cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding Which cat sheds less, Persian or American Shorthair?	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.	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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Persian vs American Shorthair Cat Breed Comparison

Persian vs American Shorthair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Persian vs American Shorthair Special Abilities Comparison

Persian vs American Shorthair Health Comparison

Persian vs American Shorthair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Persian vs American Shorthair Grooming Comparison

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