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Ragdoll vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ragdoll vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold" Compare Ragdoll and Sphynx. Which is better: Ragdoll or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
 
 
 
Name Ragdoll Sphynx Scottish Fold
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Canada flagCanada United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Group Crossbreed Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank268
Reviews102
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rag doll Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx Scot Fold
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ragdoll vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1800 to $3000 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High 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)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Ragdoll or Sphynx or Scottish Fold 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 Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 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.
Foreign (Oriental)
Sphynx 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
Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Medium
Folded
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Green
Blue
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.
Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Ragdoll, Sphynx and Scottish Fold coats?
Semi-long Hairless Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium 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 Large and Prominent Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Button
Neck Length Long Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled
Silky
Long
Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Low
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Fine Heavy
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep
Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Ragdoll vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, gentle and affectionate Long, social and energetic Short to moderate, gentle 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

Ragdoll vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming
High grooming
Sensitive skin
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires genetic management, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, low carbs High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low High
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Two or more small meals a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate High
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Ragdoll or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
12-17 years 12-14 years 11-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ragdoll vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold cat?
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ragdoll or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD)
Climate Temperate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Ragdoll vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Loud and energetic sounds Quiet and gentle sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and gentle Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Docile and affectionate Outgoing and energetic Sweet and gentle
Tail Behavior Docile and affectionate tail movements Outgoing and energetic tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Low Low
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness Low Low Low
Territoriality Low Low Low
Independence Low Moderate Low
Response To Commands Low High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low High Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm
Curious
Interactive
Playful
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low High Low
Curiosity Low High Low
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low High Low
Aggression Level Low Low Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility Low High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Medium
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. Sphynx 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.
Difficult to Train: Sphynx 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: 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Affectionate Loyal Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sphynx 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 Sphynx vs Scottish Fold?
High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Sphynx 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 Sphynx vs Scottish Fold?
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ragdoll or Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx 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 Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Sphynx coat in good condition.
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 Sphynx 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.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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