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Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest" Compare Siamese and Birman. Which is better: Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
 
 
 
Name Siamese Birman Norwegian Forest
OriginsThailand flagThailand France flagFrance Norway flagNorway
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank151914
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Siam, Thai Cat Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest cat?
$600 to $1200 $700 to $1500 $900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		Norwegian Forest Cat Club
Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association

Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest cat?
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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 9 - 12 pounds
Bite Force No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Norwegian Forest are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape No data available Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Blue Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern No data available Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		All coat colours and patterns, except colorpoint, chocolate, and lilac; most commonly seen in tabby patterns.
Coat
What is the difference between Siamese, Birman and Norwegian Forest coats?
Short Hair Long Hair Long Hair
Leg Lenght Long Medium Large
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
Medium
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, vocal and attentive Moderate, enjoys companionship Long, independent and active
Guarding Instinct Moderate Low High
Protection Instincts Moderate Low High
Climbing Ability High Moderate High
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Moderate Good

Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle 		Active
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet Balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low High
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Two to three times a day Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
12-15 years 14-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
The Norwegian Forest cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Birman 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, Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Norwegian Forests tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Hip Dysplasia
Glycogen Storage Disease IV
Climate Hot Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Very loud and talkative Soft and quiet meows Quiet and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and interactive Excellent, very sociable Good, adaptable and friendly
Facial Expression Vocal and social Gentle and affectionate Independent and alert
Tail Behavior Vocal and social tail movements Soft tail movements Independent and alert tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate Low High
Territoriality High Low High
Independence Moderate Low High
Response To Commands High Moderate High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate Low High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Low High
Curiosity High Moderate High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate Low High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility High Moderate High
Travel Compatibility Low High Low
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness.
Balanced Playmate. Norwegian Forest have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
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: Birman 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, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
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, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Active Affectionate Sweet
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Birman 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: Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest?
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Birman 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, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Norwegian Forest cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Birman 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, Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Smart: Norwegian Forest's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
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, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
 Moderate

Siamese vs Birman vs Norwegian Forest Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Birman 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, Siamese or Birman or Norwegian Forest?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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