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Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian" Compare Selkirk Rex and Ragdoll. Which is better: Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
 
 
 
Name Selkirk Rex Ragdoll Siberian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank20222
Reviews011
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Shepherd Cat Rag doll Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian cat?
$800 to $1500 $1200 to $2500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate 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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian 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, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Male: 11 - 16 pounds, Female: 6 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 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.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Blue Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. 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. 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Selkirk Rex, Ragdoll and Siberian coats?
Long Semi-long Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Robust
Head Shape Round Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Oval Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
Low
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Robust Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high protein Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Low High
Exercise Needs Medium Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
14-15 years 12-17 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian cat?
The Selkirk Rex cat has an average energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
No
Selkirk Rex cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragdoll 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, Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate Temperate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and gentle meows Soft and infrequent meows Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, playful and friendly Excellent, very social and gentle Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Patient and loving Docile and affectionate Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior Patient and loving tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate Low High
Territoriality Moderate Low High
Independence Moderate Low High
Response To Commands Moderate Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate Low High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate Low High
Curiosity Moderate Low High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate Low High
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility Moderate Low High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Selkirk Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Selkirk Rex cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
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: 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, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
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, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Active Affectionate Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Selkirk Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragdoll 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: Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian?
High: Selkirk Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragdoll 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, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
The Selkirk Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Very dog-friendly: Selkirk Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll 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, Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian?
Average: the Selkirk Rex cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Selkirk Rex or Ragdoll or Siberian?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
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.

Selkirk Rex vs Ragdoll vs Siberian Grooming Comparison

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