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Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold" Compare Ragdoll and Siamese. Which is better: Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
 
 
 
Name Ragdoll Siamese Scottish Fold
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Thailand flagThailand United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Group Crossbreed Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank2158
Reviews102
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rag doll Siam, Thai Cat Scot Fold
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold cat?
$1200 to $2500 $600 to $1200 $1000 to $2000
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)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold 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.
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 Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available 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.
Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
No data available Medium
Folded
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue No data available Gold
Copper
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.
No data available All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Ragdoll, Siamese and Scottish Fold coats?
Semi-long Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular Lean
Head Shape Round Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Slanted Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Button
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
Heavy
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep
Average Active
Less Sleep

Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Special Abilities Comparison

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

Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming
Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires genetic management, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate High
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate High
Exercise Needs Low High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
12-17 years 12-15 years 11-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold cat?
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Scottish Fold cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD)
Climate Temperate Hot Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Easy Medium

Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Very loud and talkative Quiet and gentle sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and gentle Good, very social and interactive Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Docile and affectionate Vocal and social Sweet and gentle
Tail Behavior Docile and affectionate tail movements Vocal and social tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low High Low
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness Low Moderate Low
Territoriality Low High Low
Independence Low Moderate Low
Response To Commands Low High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Moderate Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm
Active
Social
Playful
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low High Low
Curiosity Low High Low
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Moderate Low
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility Low High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
Activity
Low Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent
High
Friendly
Tolerant
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold 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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Moderately Trainable: Scottish Fold 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 Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Affectionate Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Scottish Fold cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold?
High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Scottish Fold cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold?
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
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 Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Ragdoll or Siamese or Scottish Fold?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Ragdoll vs Siamese vs Scottish Fold Grooming Comparison

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

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