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Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian" Compare Siamese and Russian Blue. Which is better: Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Siamese Russian Blue Persian
OriginsThailand flagThailand Russia flagRussia Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Natural
Popularity Rank15115
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Siam, Thai Cat Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian cat?
$600 to $1200 $1000 to $1700 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
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) 		No data available

Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian 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 Russian Blue or Persian?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 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.
 No data available
Ear Shape No data available Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color No data available Green Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern No data available Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. 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).
Coat
What is the difference between Siamese, Russian Blue and Persian coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Glossy
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Lean Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Small and Deep-set Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Low maintenance
Independent 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High Moderate
Exercise Needs High Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian?
12-15 years 10-16 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian?
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.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians 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 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Hot Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance High Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Easy Medium

Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Very loud and talkative Quiet and shy meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and interactive Good, but can be shy Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Vocal and social Shy and loyal Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Vocal and social tail movements Shy and loyal tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate Low
Attention Needs High Moderate Low
Protectiveness Moderate Moderate Low
Territoriality High Moderate Low
Independence Moderate High Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High Low
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Moderate High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Difficult
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Low Low Low
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.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
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.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian?
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 Persian?
Active Active Affectionate
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.
Persian 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 Persian?
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: Persian 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 Persian?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian?
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.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siamese vs Russian Blue vs Persian?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian?
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 Russian Blue or Persian?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian?
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 Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low High
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 Persian?
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.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siamese or Russian Blue or Persian?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
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.

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