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Toyger vs Ocicat Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Toyger Ocicat
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank4417
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Toyger Cat Oci
Price
Which one is cheaper, Toyger vs Ocicat cat?
$2000 to $3500 $800 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA) The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Toyger vs Ocicat Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Toyger or Ocicat cat?
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, Toyger or Ocicat cat?
Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 10 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Toyger are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Ocicat have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Green
Hair Color and Pattern Bold, dark, and uniform broken vertical stripes on a bright orange background, mimicking the coat pattern of a tiger. Spotted coat pattern; colours include tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, and blue silver.
Coat
What is the difference between Toyger and Ocicat coats?
Short Short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Shaggy
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Moderate Sleep

Toyger vs Ocicat Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, playful and friendly Long, playful and intelligent
Guarding Instinct High High
Protection Instincts High High
Climbing Ability High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent
Swimming Ability Good Moderate
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good

Toyger vs Ocicat Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful genetic management, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, raw diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Toyger cats live longer than Ocicat?
12-15 years 12-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Toyger vs Ocicat cat?
The Toyger cat has a very high energy level.
The Ocicat cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Toyger or Ocicat?
No
Toyger cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Ocicat cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Toyger vs Ocicat?
High
Toygers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Ocicats tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Heart Murmurs 		Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Diabetes Mellitus
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Hard

Toyger vs Ocicat Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and friendly meows Moderate and varied sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, playful and friendly Good, playful and social
Facial Expression Playful and friendly Energetic and friendly
Tail Behavior Playful and friendly tail movements Energetic and friendly tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High
Attention Needs Moderate High
Protectiveness High High
Territoriality High High
Independence High High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Moderate High
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Toyger are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Ocicat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Toyger cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Difficult to Train: Ocicat 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, Toyger or Ocicat?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Toyger or Ocicat?
Playful Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Toyger cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ocicat cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Toyger vs Ocicat?
High: Toyger cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ocicat cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Toyger or Ocicat?
The Toyger cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ocicat cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Toyger or Ocicat?
Very dog-friendly: Toyger owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Ocicat owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Toyger vs Ocicat?
Outstanding: Toyger is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Ocicat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Toyger or Ocicat?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Toyger or Ocicat?
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, Toyger or Ocicat?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Toyger vs Ocicat Grooming Comparison

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