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Siberian vs Somali vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siberian vs Somali vs Ragdoll" Compare Siberian and Somali. Which is better: Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll?
 
 
 
Name Siberian Somali Ragdoll
OriginsRussia flagRussia Somalia flagSomalia United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank22622
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Fox Cat, Long-Haired Abyssinian Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siberian vs Somali vs Ragdoll cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1000 to $1500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate 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)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
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 Somali or Ragdoll?
Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 10 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI No data available Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Somali have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		No data available Blue
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. No data available 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, Somali and Ragdoll coats?
Semi-long Long Hair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Robust Slender Muscular
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 Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Concave Concave 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 Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average Active
Less Sleep

Siberian vs Somali vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

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

Siberian vs Somali vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires careful selection, 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 High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate 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 High Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll?
12-15 years 12-16 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siberian vs Somali vs Ragdoll cat?
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Somali cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll?
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Somali 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 Somali vs Ragdoll?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Somalis 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)
Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Cold Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Siberian vs Somali vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and affectionate meows Soft and gentle meows Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, playful and friendly Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression Loyal and affectionate Active and playful Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior Loyal and affectionate tail movements Active and playful tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Low
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High Moderate Low
Independence High High Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Low Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Somali are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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.
Challenging to Train: Somali cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
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 Somali or Ragdoll?
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 Somali or Ragdoll?
Curious Mischievous Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Somali 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 Somali vs Ragdoll?
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Somali 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 Somali or Ragdoll?
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Somali cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll?
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Somali cats generally get on well with dogs.
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 Somali vs Ragdoll?
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Somali is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Siberian or Somali 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 Somali vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Moderate Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siberian cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Somali cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siberian or Somali or Ragdoll?
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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