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Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest" Compare Scottish Fold and Maine Coon. Which is better: Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
 
 
 
Name Scottish Fold Maine Coon Norwegian Forest
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States Norway flagNorway
Group Mutation Natural Natural
Popularity Rank8414
Reviews210
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Scot Fold Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie
Price
Which one is cheaper, Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest cat?
$1000 to $2000 $1200 to $2000 $900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association
Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association

Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 9 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Substantial
Norwegian Forest are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Folded
Wide-set
Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper
Gold
Green
Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. 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, except colorpoint, chocolate, and lilac; most commonly seen in tabby patterns.
Coat
What is the difference between Scottish Fold, Maine Coon and Norwegian Forest coats?
Short Hair Longhair Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Large
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Lean Solid Muscular
Head Shape Round Square Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Square Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Button Concave Straight
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense
Silky
Long
Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium High Medium
Flexibility
High
Medium
High
Bone Structure Heavy Slender
Fine
Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep
Calm
More Sleep
Active
Less Sleep

Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, gentle and calm Long, playful and intelligent Long, independent and active
Guarding Instinct Low High High
Protection Instincts Low High High
Climbing Ability Low High High
Jumping Ability Moderate Good Good
Swimming Ability Poor Good Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Good Good

Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Active
High grooming
Active
High grooming
Breeding Requires genetic management, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity High Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low High High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
11-14 years 12-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest cat?
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Norwegian Forest cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
No
Scottish Fold 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.
No
Norwegian Forest cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest?
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Norwegian Forests tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Hip Dysplasia
Glycogen Storage Disease IV
Climate Cold Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and gentle sounds Quiet chirps and trills Quiet and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly Good, adaptable and friendly
Facial Expression Sweet and gentle Friendly and intelligent Independent and alert
Tail Behavior Sweet and gentle tail movements Gentle swaying tail Independent and alert tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Low High High
Territoriality Low Moderate High
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
Social
Playful
Gentle
Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low Moderate High
Curiosity Low High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility Low High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Norwegian Forest have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
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.
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: Norwegian Forest 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, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
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, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
Affectionate Adaptable Sweet
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Scottish Fold 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.
Norwegian Forest cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest?
High: Scottish Fold 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: Norwegian Forest cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Norwegian Forest cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold 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: Norwegian Forest owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest?
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Norwegian Forest's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
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, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
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, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
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.
Moderate

Scottish Fold vs Maine Coon vs Norwegian Forest Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Scottish Fold 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 Norwegian Forest cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Scottish Fold or Maine Coon or Norwegian Forest?
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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