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Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese" Compare Ragdoll and Russian Blue. Which is better: Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
 
 
 
Name Ragdoll Russian Blue Tonkinese
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia Canada flagCanada
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank21118
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rag doll Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Tonk
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1000 to $1700 $600 to $1000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 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-foreign
Russian Blue have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-foreign
Tonkinese have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Green 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. 		Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. Mink pattern, which is a combination of Siamese colorpoint and Burmese solid colours; base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail; point colours include natural (sable), champagne, blue, and platinum.
Coat
What is the difference between Ragdoll, Russian Blue and Tonkinese coats?
Semi-long Short Hair Medium-short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Lean Slender
Head Shape Round Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Small and Deep-set Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Straight
Neck Length Long Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Low
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Average Active
Less Sleep

Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Low maintenance
Independent 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Maintenance Level Low High Low
Exercise Needs Low Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
12-17 years 10-16 years 14-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese cat?
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Tonkinese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Russian Blue cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Tonkinese cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Tonkineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Bladder Stones 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Upper Respiratory Infections
Asthma
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Easy Medium

Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Quiet and shy meows Social and playful meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and gentle Good, but can be shy Good, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Docile and affectionate Shy and loyal Social and playful
Tail Behavior Docile and affectionate tail movements Shy and loyal tail movements Social and playful tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low Moderate Moderate
Independence Low High High
Response To Commands Low High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low High High
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Curious
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High High
Curiosity Low High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility Low High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low High
Activity
Low Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Tonkinese 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.
Average Trainability: Russian Blue cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Tonkinese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
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 Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
Affectionate Active Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Russian Blue cats adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tonkinese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese?
High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average: Russian Blue cats are average regarding their affection level.
High: Tonkinese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Tonkinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Russian Blue cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Tonkinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese?
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Tonkinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Ragdoll or Russian Blue or Tonkinese?
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.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Ragdoll vs Russian Blue vs Tonkinese Grooming Comparison

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