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Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian" Compare Ragdoll and Munchkin. Which is better: Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Ragdoll Munchkin Persian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank2555
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rag doll Sausage Cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1000 to $2000 $1500 to $3000
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 No data available

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 6 - 9 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 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.
 No data available
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Blue All Colors Copper
Blue
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. 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).
Coat
What is the difference between Ragdoll, Munchkin and Persian coats?
Semi-long Long Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium No data available Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Robust Muscular
Head Shape Round Flat-faced Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Straight
Neck Length Long Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Low
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Short and Stubby Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, gentle and affectionate Moderate, playful and outgoing Short to moderate, calm and gentle
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 Moderate Poor

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Moderate grooming
Special care for legs 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, low carbs High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
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 Persian?
12-17 years 10-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian cat?
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Munchkin cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
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
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Hip Dysplasia
Lordosis
Pectus Excavatum 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Hard Medium

Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Playful and gentle meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and gentle Good, enjoys companionship Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Docile and affectionate Playful and outgoing Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Docile and affectionate tail movements Playful and outgoing tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Low Low
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate Low
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 		Curious
Interactive
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low Low Low
Curiosity Low Moderate Low
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Low Low
Aggression Level Low Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Difficult
Agility Low Low Low
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.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
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.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
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 Persian?
Affectionate Agile Affectionate
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.
Persian 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 Persian?
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: Persian 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 Persian?
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Munchkin cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
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.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Ragdoll vs Munchkin vs Persian?
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Munchkin is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
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 Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
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.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Ragdoll or Munchkin or Persian?
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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