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Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian" Compare Savannah and Maine Coon. Which is better: Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
 
 
 
Name Savannah Maine Coon Siberian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank46422
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Savannah Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian cat?
$6,000to $20,000 $1200 to $2000 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership High High Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Male: 12 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 20 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Savannah have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green
Gold
Green
Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted coat pattern; colours include brown, silver, black, and black smoke. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Savannah, Maine Coon and Siberian coats?
Short Longhair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Lean Solid Robust
Head Shape Triangular Square Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Square Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense
Silky
Long
Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium High Medium
Flexibility
High
Medium
High
Bone Structure Fine Slender
Fine
Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep
Calm
More Sleep

Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and adventurous Long, playful and intelligent Long, loyal and affectionate
Guarding Instinct High High High
Protection Instincts High High High
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Good
Swimming Ability Good Good Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good Good

Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Active
High grooming
Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity High High High
Sensitivity To Changes
Very high sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
17-20 years 12-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian cat?
The Savannah cat has a very high energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
No
Savannah 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.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate Hot Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Easy Medium

Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Moderate and loud meows Quiet chirps and trills Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, active and playful Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Energetic and adventurous Friendly and intelligent Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior Energetic and adventurous tail movements Gentle swaying tail Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness High High High
Territoriality High Moderate High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful
Social
Playful
Gentle
Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Moderate High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Difficult Easy Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Savannah are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Savannah 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.
Average Trainability: Siberian cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
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, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Affectionate Adaptable Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Savannah 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.
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian?
High: Savannah 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.
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
The Savannah cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Very dog-friendly: Savannah 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.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian?
Outstanding: Savannah is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
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, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
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.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Savannah vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareModerate High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Savannah 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.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siberian cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Savannah or Maine Coon or Siberian?
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.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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