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Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair" Compare Siamese and Maine Coon. Which is better: Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
 
 
 
Name Siamese Maine Coon American Shorthair
OriginsThailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Group Mutation Natural Natural
Popularity Rank1549
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Siam, Thai Cat Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Domestic Shorthair
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair cat?
$600 to $1200 $1200 to $2000 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Low
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Males: 11 to 15 pounds, Female: 8 to 12 pounds
Bite Force No data available Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape No data available Large
Tufted
Wide-set
Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Gold
Green
Green
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern No data available All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat
What is the difference between Siamese, Maine Coon and American Shorthair coats?
Short Hair Longhair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid Lean
Head Shape Triangular Square Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Square Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled
Silky
Long
Short
Shaggy
Bone Density Medium High Medium
Flexibility
High
Medium
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine
Slender
Fine
Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Calm
More Sleep
Calm
More Sleep

Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, vocal and attentive Long, playful and intelligent Long, focused on play and hunting
Guarding Instinct Moderate High High
Protection Instincts Moderate High High
Climbing Ability High High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Good
Swimming Ability Poor Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Good Good

Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Active
High grooming
Low maintenance
Independent
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Easy to breed, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet High protein, raw diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low High High
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate High High
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
12-15 years 12-15 years 15-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The American Shorthair cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
American Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Diabetes Mellitus
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Easy Medium

Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Very loud and talkative Quiet chirps and trills Moderate meowing
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and interactive Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, enjoys other pets' company
Facial Expression Vocal and social Friendly and intelligent Calm and adaptable
Tail Behavior Vocal and social tail movements Gentle swaying tail Flicks tail when curious
Explorer Instincts High Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate Low
Protectiveness Moderate High High
Territoriality High Moderate High
Independence Moderate High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful
Social
Playful
Gentle
Curious
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High Moderate Moderate
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Moderate High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate High
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low Medium
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.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. American Shorthair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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: 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: American Shorthair 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 Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
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, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
Active Adaptable Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siamese 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.
American Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair?
High: Siamese 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: American Shorthair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The American Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
Very dog-friendly: Siamese 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: American Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the American Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
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, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
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, Siamese or Maine Coon or American Shorthair?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
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.

Siamese vs Maine Coon vs American Shorthair Grooming Comparison

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

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