Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Thai and Bombay. Which is better: Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex?
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Name | Thai | Bombay | Devon Rex |
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Origins | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Group | Natural | Crossbreed | Mutation |
Popularity Rank | 24 | 71 | 7 |
Reviews | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? | Old-Style Siamese, Traditional Siamese, Classic Siamese, Wichien Maat, Applehead | Small Black Panther | Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat |
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Price
Which one is cheaper, Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex cat? | $500 to $1,500 | $600 to $1000 | $1200 to $1800 |
Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
Breed Recognition | No data available | No data available |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) |
Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex 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. | Small The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down. |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | Male: 8 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 13 pounds | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds | Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds |
Bite Force | Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI |
Body Type |
Semi-foreign Thai 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. |
Lithe Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate. |
Ear Shape |
Pointed Medium Wide-set |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
Eye Color | Blue |
Gold Copper |
Gold Blue Odd |
Hair Color and Pattern | All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint, though the classic seal point is the most recognized. | Black | All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. |
Coat
What is the difference between Thai, Bombay and Devon Rex coats? | Soft, Silky | Short Hair | Short |
Leg Lenght | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Whisker Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Musculature | Slender | Robust | Lean |
Head Shape | Round | Round | Triangular |
Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
Eye Shape And Orientation | Round | Round | Large and Prominent |
Night Vision | |||
Paw Size | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Nose Structure | Straight | Convex | Concave |
Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Fur Texture |
Fine Short Silky |
Soft Curled |
Soft Curled |
Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Flexibility | High | High | High |
Bone Structure |
Slender Fine | Robust | Sturdy |
Tail Length | Long and Tapered | Long and Tapered | Whip-like |
Sleep Patterns | Moderate Sleep | Moderate Sleep | Average |
Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex Special Abilities Comparison
Attention Span | Long, social and vocal | Long, enjoys play and interaction | Moderate, playful and curious |
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Guarding Instinct | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Protection Instincts | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Climbing Ability | Moderate | Low | High |
Jumping Ability | Good | Good | Excellent |
Swimming Ability | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Water Affinity | |||
Rescue Capability | Poor | Moderate | Moderate |
Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex Health Comparison
Litter Size | 2-4 Kittens | 3-5 Kittens | 2-4 Kittens |
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Special Needs |
Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Affectionate Requires attention |
Affectionate Requires attention |
Breeding | Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size | Requires careful selection, small litter size | Requires experienced breeders, small litter size |
Dietary Preferences | High protein, wet food | High protein, low carbs | Balanced diet |
Solo Time Tolerance | High | Low | High |
Noise Sensitivity | High | High | Low |
Genetic Diversity | Moderate | Low | Low |
Sensitivity To Changes | High sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | High sensitivity |
Food Motivation | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Feeding Schedule |
Three times a day Morning, Afternoon, and Evening |
Twice a day Morning and Evening | Three times a day |
Maintenance Level | High | High | Low |
Exercise Needs | Medium | Low | Medium |
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | 15-20 years | 12-16 years | 10-15 years |
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex cat? | The Thai cat has a very high energy level. | The Bombay cat has an average energy level. | The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level. |
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | Yes Thai cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | No Bombay cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | Yes Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. |
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex? | Low Very healthy cat breed. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | High Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Health Problems |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Asthma |
Upper Respiratory Infections Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Craniofacial Abnormalities |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Patellar Luxation Hereditary Myopathy |
Climate | Temperate | Temperate | Temperate |
Cold Tolerance | Medium | Low | Medium |
Heat Tolerance | Medium | Low | Medium |
Breeding Difficulty | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison
Common Vocalizations | Social and talkative | Quiet and infrequent meows | Playful and high-pitched meows |
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Interaction With Other Pets | Good, social and playful | Good, enjoys social interaction | Excellent, very social and friendly |
Facial Expression | Social and vocal | Social and loving | Mischievous and affectionate |
Tail Behavior | Social and vocal tail movements | Social tail movements | Playful and mischievous tail movements |
Explorer Instincts | Moderate | Low | High |
Attention Needs | High | High | High |
Protectiveness | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Territoriality | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Independence | High | Moderate | Moderate |
Response To Commands | High | High | High |
Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
Hunting Drive | High | High | High |
Play Style |
Active Social Playful |
Social Playful Gentle |
Active Social Playful |
Escape Tendencies | High | Moderate | High |
Curiosity | High | High | High |
Hunting Skills | Moderate ⏺️ | Low ⬇️ | Moderate ⏺️ |
Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Friendly | Friendly |
Stalking Behavior | High | Moderate | High |
Aggression Level | Moderate | Low | Low |
Training Difficulty | Moderate | Easy | Easy |
Agility | High | Moderate | High |
Travel Compatibility | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Activity | Moderately Active | Low Active | Moderately Active |
Compatibility With Other Animals |
Playful Medium |
Low Independent |
Playful Medium |
Household Noise Tolerance | Medium | Low | Medium |
Playfulness | Active Adventurer. Thai are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. |
Trainability | Average Trainability: Thai cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards. | Average Trainability: Bombay cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards. | Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts. |
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | 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, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | Intelligent, Affectionate, Playful, Vocal | Affectionate | Highly interactive |
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Thai cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex? | High: Thai cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. |
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | The Thai cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed. |
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | Thai cats are average friendly toward dogs. | Very dog-friendly: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. |
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex? | Outstanding: Thai is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds. |
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | 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, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers. | Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers. | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. |
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats. |
Thai vs Bombay vs Devon Rex Grooming Comparison
Seasonal Shedding | Moderate | Low | Low |
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Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Dental Care | Moderate | Moderate | High |
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Thai coat in good condition. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition. | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Devon Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. |
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Thai or Bombay or Devon Rex? | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. |
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