Sphynx vs American Shorthair Cat Breed Comparison

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Name	Sphynx	American Shorthair
Origins	Canada	United States
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Group	Mutation	Natural
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Sphynx vs American Shorthair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Sphynx or American Shorthair cat?	Small The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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.
Bite Force	Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI	Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Weight Which is heavier, Sphynx or American Shorthair cat?	Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds	Males: 11 to 15 pounds, Female: 8 to 12 pounds
Coat What is the difference between Sphynx and American Shorthair coats?	Hairless	Short Hair
Hair Color and Pattern	Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.	Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Eye Color	Green Blue	Green Copper
Ear Shape	Large Pointed Wide-set	Medium Rounded Wide-set

Sphynx vs American Shorthair Grooming Comparison

Dental Care	High	Low
Grooming Which is easier to groom, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Sphynx coat in good condition.	Moderate Maintenance Grooming your American Shorthair cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding Which cat sheds less, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average.	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.

Sphynx vs American Shorthair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Trainability	Difficult to Train: Sphynx cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.	Average Trainability: American Shorthair cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat Which cat is lap type, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	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, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	Loyal	Active
Adaptability Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?	Sphynx cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	American Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Sphynx vs American Shorthair?	High: Sphynx cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.	High: American Shorthair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly Which cat is more kid-friendly, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	The Sphynx cat is a child-friendly breed.	The American Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly Which cat is more dog-friendly, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	Very dog-friendly: Sphynx owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.	Very dog-friendly: American Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence Which cat is smarter, Sphynx vs American Shorthair?	Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.	Average: the American Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs Which cat is more social, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	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, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	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, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	Frequent This cat breed meows very often.	Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Sphynx vs American Shorthair Other Names Comparison

Other Names What other names do they have?	Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx	Domestic Shorthair

Sphynx vs American Shorthair Health Comparison

Life Expectancy Do Sphynx cats live longer than American Shorthair?	12-14 years	15-17 years
Energy Level Which is more energetic, Sphynx vs American Shorthair cat?	The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.	The American Shorthair cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic Which cat is hypoallergenic, Sphynx or American Shorthair?	Yes Sphynx cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.	No American Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues Which cat is healthier, Sphynx vs American Shorthair?	Low Very healthy cat breed.	Low Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur) Hereditary Myopathy	Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Diabetes Mellitus

Sphynx vs American Shorthair Price Comparison

Price Which one is cheaper, Sphynx vs American Shorthair cat?	$1800 to $3000	$600 to $1200

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