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Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex" Compare Siamese and Russian Blue. Which is better: Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
 
 
 
Name Siamese Russian Blue Devon Rex
OriginsThailand flagThailand Russia flagRussia United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank15117
Reviews000
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Siam, Thai Cat Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex cat?
$600 to $1200 $1000 to $1700 $1200 to $1800
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)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds
Bite Force No data available Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 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.
 Semi-foreign
Russian Blue have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
Ear Shape No data available Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Green Gold
Blue
Odd
Hair Color and Pattern No data available Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Siamese, Russian Blue and Devon Rex coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Short
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Lean Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Small and Deep-set Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Whip-like
Sleep Patterns Average Average Average

Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, vocal and attentive Moderate, shy and observant Moderate, playful and curious
Guarding Instinct Moderate Moderate Low
Protection Instincts Moderate Moderate Low
Climbing Ability High Moderate High
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor Moderate

Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Low maintenance
Independent 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate High Low
Exercise Needs High Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
12-15 years 10-16 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Russian Blue cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Bladder Stones 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Easy Medium

Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Very loud and talkative Quiet and shy meows Playful and high-pitched meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and interactive Good, but can be shy Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Vocal and social Shy and loyal Mischievous and affectionate
Tail Behavior Vocal and social tail movements Shy and loyal tail movements Playful and mischievous tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate High
Protectiveness Moderate Moderate Low
Territoriality High Moderate Low
Independence Moderate High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex 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.
Average Trainability: Russian Blue cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex 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 Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
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 Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
Active Active Highly interactive
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Russian Blue cats adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex?
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average: Russian Blue cats are average regarding their affection level.
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Russian Blue cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Devon Rex?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
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 Russian Blue vs Devon Rex Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Russian Blue cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siamese or Russian Blue or Devon Rex?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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