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Siamese vs Persian vs Birman Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siamese vs Persian vs Birman" Compare Siamese and Persian. Which is better: Siamese or Persian or Birman?
 
 
 
Name Siamese Persian Birman
OriginsThailand flagThailand Iran flagIran France flagFrance
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank15519
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Siam, Thai Cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siamese vs Persian vs Birman cat?
$600 to $1200 $1500 to $3000 $700 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Siamese vs Persian vs Birman Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Persian or Birman 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.
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 Persian or Birman?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite Force No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 No data available Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape No data available Medium
Small
Rounded 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Copper
Blue 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern No data available Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping). Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
Coat
What is the difference between Siamese, Persian and Birman coats?
Short Hair Glossy Long Hair
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Muscular Muscular Solid
Head Shape Triangular Flat-faced Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Almond-shaped Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Medium
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Siamese vs Persian vs Birman Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, vocal and attentive Short to moderate, calm and gentle Moderate, enjoys companionship
Guarding Instinct Moderate Low Low
Protection Instincts Moderate Low Low
Climbing Ability High Low Moderate
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate Good
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor Moderate

Siamese vs Persian vs Birman Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low Low
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two to three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
12-15 years 14-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Persian vs Birman cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Birman cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siamese vs Persian vs Birman?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Siamese vs Persian vs Birman Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Very loud and talkative Quiet and sweet meows Soft and quiet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and interactive Good, calm and friendly Excellent, very sociable
Facial Expression Vocal and social Calm and sweet Gentle and affectionate
Tail Behavior Vocal and social tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements Soft tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low Moderate
Attention Needs High Low Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate Low Low
Territoriality High Low Low
Independence Moderate Low Low
Response To Commands High Low Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate Low Low
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High Low Low
Curiosity High Low Moderate
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate Low Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Difficult Easy
Agility High Low Moderate
Travel Compatibility Low Low High
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.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Balanced Playmate. Birman 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.
Challenging to Train: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
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 Persian or Birman?
Active Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Persian 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.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siamese vs Persian vs Birman?
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Persian 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.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siamese vs Persian vs Birman?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
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 Persian vs Birman Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Birman cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siamese or Persian or Birman?
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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