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Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon" Compare Ragdoll and Munchkin. Which is better: Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
 
 
 
Name Ragdoll Munchkin Maine Coon
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank2554
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rag doll Sausage Cat Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1000 to $2000 $1200 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 6 - 9 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue All Colors Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern 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. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern.
Coat
What is the difference between Ragdoll, Munchkin and Maine Coon coats?
Semi-long Long Longhair
Leg Lenght Medium No data available Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Long
Musculature Muscular Robust Solid
Head Shape Round Flat-faced Square
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		Polydactyl (extra toes commonly)
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Square
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Large
Nose Structure Concave Straight Concave
Neck Length Long Medium Long
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium High
Flexibility
Low
High
Medium
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Short and Stubby Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, gentle and affectionate Moderate, playful and outgoing Long, playful and intelligent
Guarding Instinct Low Low High
Protection Instincts Low Low High
Climbing Ability Low Low High
Jumping Ability Moderate Moderate Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Moderate Good

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Moderate grooming
Special care for legs 		Active
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low High
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
12-17 years 10-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon cat?
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Munchkin cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Munchkin cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Hip Dysplasia
Lordosis
Pectus Excavatum 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Hard Easy

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Playful and gentle meows Quiet chirps and trills
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and gentle Good, enjoys companionship Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Docile and affectionate Playful and outgoing Friendly and intelligent
Tail Behavior Docile and affectionate tail movements Playful and outgoing tail movements Gentle swaying tail
Explorer Instincts Low Low Moderate
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Low Low High
Territoriality Low Low Moderate
Independence Low Low High
Response To Commands Low Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Low High
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Curious
Interactive
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies Low Low Moderate
Curiosity Low Moderate High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low Low High
Aggression Level Low Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility Low Low High
Travel Compatibility Medium High Low
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Munchkin are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
Difficult to Train: Munchkin cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
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, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
Affectionate Agile Adaptable
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Munchkin cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maine Coon cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon?
High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Munchkin cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Munchkin cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Munchkin owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon?
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Munchkin is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
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, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Maine Coon Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareLow Low High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Munchkin cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Maine Coon cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Maine Coon?
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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