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Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin" Compare Persian and Himalayan. Which is better: Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
 
 
 
Name Persian Himalayan Ragamuffin
OriginsIran flagIran United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank53357
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy Cherubim
Price
Which one is cheaper, Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin cat?
$1500 to $3000 $1000 to $2500 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership High High Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Male: 15 - 20 pounds, Female: 10 - 15 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type No data available Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Ragamuffin are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Small
Rounded 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Copper
Blue 		Blue Gold
Blue
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). 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. 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Persian, Himalayan and Ragamuffin coats?
Glossy Long Medium-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid Muscular
Head Shape Flat-faced Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Short and Broad Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Short
Dense 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Moderate Sleep

Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, calm and gentle Short to moderate, relaxed and gentle Moderate, affectionate and calm
Guarding Instinct Low Low Low
Protection Instincts Low Low Low
Climbing Ability Low Low Low
Jumping Ability Moderate Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor Poor

Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food Balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Low High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
14-15 years 9-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin cat?
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
The Ragamuffin cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragamuffin cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin?
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Himalayans 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 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Medium

Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and sweet meows Soft and infrequent meows Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Good, calm and gentle Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Calm and sweet Sweet and gentle Gentle and affectionate
Tail Behavior Calm and sweet tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements Gentle and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Low Low
Attention Needs Low Low Moderate
Protectiveness Low Low Low
Territoriality Low Low Low
Independence Low Low Low
Response To Commands Low Low Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Low Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low Low Low
Curiosity Low Low Low
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Low Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Difficult Difficult Moderate
Agility Low Low Low
Travel Compatibility Low Medium High
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Ragamuffin 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: Himalayan cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Difficult to Train: Ragamuffin 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, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
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, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
Affectionate Dependent Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Himalayan cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragamuffin cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin?
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Himalayan cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragamuffin cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragamuffin cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Very dog-friendly: Ragamuffin owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin?
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Ragamuffin is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Persian or Himalayan or Ragamuffin?
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.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Persian vs Himalayan vs Ragamuffin Grooming Comparison

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