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Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll" Compare Siberian and Himalayan. Which is better: Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
 
 
 
Name Siberian Himalayan Ragdoll
OriginsRussia flagRussia United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank22332
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1000 to $2500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		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)

Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll cat?
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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Blue Blue
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Colorpoint pattern
Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail
Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns. 		Colorpoint pattern
Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail
Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns.
Coat
What is the difference between Siberian, Himalayan and Ragdoll coats?
Semi-long Long Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Robust Solid Muscular
Head Shape Round Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Concave Short and Broad Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Low
Bone Structure Sturdy Robust Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, loyal and affectionate Short to moderate, relaxed and gentle Moderate, gentle and affectionate
Guarding Instinct High Low Low
Protection Instincts High Low Low
Climbing Ability High Low Low
Jumping Ability Good Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Good Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Poor

Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food Balanced diet Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Low High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level High Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
12-15 years 9-15 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll cat?
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Himalayans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Cold Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and affectionate meows Soft and infrequent meows Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and gentle Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression Loyal and affectionate Sweet and gentle Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior Loyal and affectionate tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low Low
Attention Needs Moderate Low Moderate
Protectiveness High Low Low
Territoriality High Low Low
Independence High Low Low
Response To Commands High Low Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Low Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High Low Low
Curiosity High Low Low
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Low Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Difficult Moderate
Agility High Low Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Siberian cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Average Trainability: Himalayan 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: Ragdoll 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, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
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, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
Curious Dependent Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Himalayan cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll?
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Himalayan cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll?
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
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, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
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.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Siberian vs Himalayan vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siberian 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.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siberian or Himalayan or Ragdoll?
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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