Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Siberian and Norwegian Forest. Which is better: Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe?
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| Name | Siberian | Norwegian Forest | Snowshoe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  Russia |  Norway |  United States |
| Group | Natural | Natural | Crossbreed |
| Popularity Rank | 22 | 14 | 53 |
| Reviews | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| User Ratings |
| Other Names
What other names do they have? | Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat | Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie | White Feet Cat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price
Which one is cheaper, Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe cat? | $1200 to $2500 | $900 to $1500 | $600 to $1200 |
| Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Breed Recognition |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) |
Norwegian Forest Cat Club Norwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) |
Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe cat? | Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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. |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds | Male: 12 - 16 pounds, Female: 9 - 12 pounds | Male: 9 - 12 pounds, Female: 7 - 10 pounds |
| Bite Force | Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI | Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI | Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI |
| Body Type |
Substantial Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build. |
Substantial Norwegian Forest are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build. |
Semi-foreign Snowshoe have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats. |
| Ear Shape |
Large Pointed Tufted Wide-set |
Large Pointed Tufted Wide-set |
Medium Triangular Wide-set |
| Eye Color |
Gold Green |
Gold Green | Blue |
| Hair Color and Pattern | All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. | All coat colours and patterns, except colorpoint, chocolate, and lilac; most commonly seen in tabby patterns. | Pointed pattern similar to Siamese; white markings on paws, chest, and face; base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail; point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, and lilac. |
| Coat
What is the difference between Siberian, Norwegian Forest and Snowshoe coats? | Semi-long | Long Hair | Short |
| Leg Lenght | Medium | Large | Medium |
| Whisker Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Musculature | Robust | Muscular | Lean |
| Head Shape | Round | Triangular | Round |
| Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
| Eye Shape And Orientation | Oval | Almond-shaped | Almond-shaped |
| Night Vision | |||
| Paw Size | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Nose Structure | Concave | Straight | Straight |
| Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Fur Texture |
Soft Curled |
Silky Long |
Silky Long |
| Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Flexibility | High | High | High |
| Bone Structure | Sturdy | Robust | Sturdy |
| Tail Length | Plumed | Plumed | Long and Tapered |
| Sleep Patterns |
Calm More Sleep |
Active Less Sleep |
Active Less Sleep |
Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe Special Abilities Comparison
| Attention Span | Long, loyal and affectionate | Long, independent and active | Moderate, social and gentle |
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| Guarding Instinct | High | High | Moderate |
| Protection Instincts | High | High | Moderate |
| Climbing Ability | High | High | Moderate |
| Jumping Ability | Good | Good | Good |
| Swimming Ability | Good | Good | Poor |
| Water Affinity | |||
| Rescue Capability | Good | Good | Poor |
Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe Health Comparison
| Litter Size | 2-4 Kittens | 2-4 Kittens | 3-5 Kittens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Needs |
Affectionate High grooming |
Active High grooming |
Affectionate Moderate grooming |
| Breeding | Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size | Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size |
| Dietary Preferences | High protein, wet food | High protein, low carbs | High protein, balanced diet |
| Solo Time Tolerance | Medium | High | Low |
| Noise Sensitivity | Low | Moderate | Low |
| Genetic Diversity | High | High | Low |
| Sensitivity To Changes | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | High sensitivity |
| Food Motivation | High | High | Moderate |
| Feeding Schedule |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Three times a day Morning, Afternoon, and Evening |
Three times a day Morning, Afternoon, and Evening |
| Maintenance Level | High | Moderate | Moderate |
| Exercise Needs | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | 12-15 years | 12-16 years | 14-19 years |
| Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe cat? | The Siberian cat has a very high energy level. | The Norwegian Forest cat has an average energy level. | The Snowshoe cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds. |
| Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Yes Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | No Norwegian Forest cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | No Snowshoe cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. |
| Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe? | Low Very healthy cat breed. | High Norwegian Forests 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) |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Hip Dysplasia Glycogen Storage Disease IV |
Upper Respiratory Infections Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity |
| Climate | Cold | Cold | Temperate |
| Cold Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Heat Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Breeding Difficulty | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe Characteristics and Personality Comparison
| Common Vocalizations | Quiet and affectionate meows | Quiet and infrequent meows | Quiet and social meows |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interaction With Other Pets | Excellent, very social and friendly | Good, adaptable and friendly | Good, social and friendly |
| Facial Expression | Loyal and affectionate | Independent and alert | Affectionate and social |
| Tail Behavior | Loyal and affectionate tail movements | Independent and alert tail movements | Affectionate and social tail movements |
| Explorer Instincts | High | High | Moderate |
| Attention Needs | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Protectiveness | High | High | Moderate |
| Territoriality | High | High | Moderate |
| Independence | High | High | Moderate |
| Response To Commands | High | High | Moderate |
| Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
| Hunting Drive | High | High | Moderate |
| Play Style |
Active Curious Playful |
Active Curious Playful |
Social Playful Gentle |
| Escape Tendencies | High | High | Moderate |
| Curiosity | High | High | Moderate |
| Hunting Skills | High ⬆️ | Moderate ⏺️ | Moderate ⏺️ |
| Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Friendly | Friendly |
| Stalking Behavior | High | High | Moderate |
| Aggression Level | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
| Training Difficulty | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Agility | High | High | Moderate |
| Travel Compatibility | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Activity | Moderately Active | Moderately Active | Moderately Active |
| Compatibility With Other Animals |
Playful Medium |
Playful Medium |
Playful Medium |
| Household Noise Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Playfulness | Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Balanced Playmate. Norwegian Forest have a balanced playfulness. | Active Adventurer. Snowshoe are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. |
| 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: Norwegian Forest cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards. | Difficult to Train: Snowshoe cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results. |
| Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap. | No This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds. | Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap. |
| Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Curious | Sweet | Affectionate |
| Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Norwegian Forest cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Snowshoe cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe? | High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Norwegian Forest cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Snowshoe cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. |
| Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Norwegian Forest cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Snowshoe cat is a child-friendly breed. |
| Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: Norwegian Forest owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: Snowshoe owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. |
| Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe? | Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Smart: Norwegian Forest's has great intelligence. | Outstanding: Snowshoe is one of the brightest cat breeds. |
| Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats. | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. | Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. | Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers. |
| Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats. | Moderate | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. |
Siberian vs Norwegian Forest vs Snowshoe Grooming Comparison
| Seasonal Shedding | High | High | Moderate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
| Dental Care | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Siberian cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Norwegian Forest cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Snowshoe cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. |
| Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siberian or Norwegian Forest or Snowshoe? | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. |
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