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Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese" Compare Arabian Mau and Abyssinian. Which is better: Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
 
 
 
Name Arabian Mau Abyssinian Burmese
OriginsEthiopia flagEthiopia Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank471021
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Alley cat Abys Burmese Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese cat?
$500 to $800 $900 to $1500 $1000 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Low High Low
Breed Recognition World Cat Federation (WCF)
Emirates Feline Federation (EFF) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		No data available

Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
Male: 9 - 16 pounds, Female: 8 - 14 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite Force No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Arabian Mau have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Gold
Green 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern No data available Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum
Coat
What is the difference between Arabian Mau, Abyssinian and Burmese coats?
Short Shorthair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Short Medium
Musculature Slender Lean Solid
Head Shape Triangular 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 Medium
Nose Structure Straight Straight Convex
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Shaggy 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and alert Long, focused and curious Long, highly social and focused
Guarding Instinct High Moderate Low
Protection Instincts High Moderate Low
Climbing Ability High High Moderate
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent Good
Swimming Ability Good Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Poor Moderate

Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Independent
Requires exercise 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Natural breed, easy to maintain Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
12-14 years 14-15 years 15-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese cat?
The Arabian Mau cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
No
Arabian Mau cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Periodontal Disease
Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS)
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium High High
Heat Tolerance Medium High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and frequent meows Quiet meows and chirps Talkative and loud
Interaction With Other Pets Moderate, can be territorial Generally good, enjoys companionship Excellent, very social and affectionate
Facial Expression Friendly and loyal Alert and curious People-oriented and energetic
Tail Behavior Swishes tail when hunting Flicks tail when excited Energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High High Low
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low High High
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Arabian Mau are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Arabian Mau cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Average Trainability: Burmese 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, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
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, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
Affectionate Active Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Arabian Mau cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese?
High: Arabian Mau cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
The Arabian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
Very dog-friendly: Arabian Mau owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese?
Average: the Arabian Mau cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
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, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively 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, Arabian Mau or Abyssinian or Burmese?
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.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Arabian Mau vs Abyssinian vs Burmese Grooming Comparison

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