Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Balinese and Russian Blue. Which is better: Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian?
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Name | Balinese | Russian Blue | Siberian |
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Group | Mutation | Natural | Natural |
Popularity Rank | 63 | 11 | 22 |
Reviews | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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Other Names
What other names do they have? | Long-haired Siamese | Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat | Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat |
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Price
Which one is cheaper, Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian cat? | $800 to $1500 | $1000 to $1700 | $1200 to $2500 |
Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
Breed Recognition | No data available |
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Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian 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. | Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down. |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds | Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds | Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds |
Bite Force | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI | Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI |
Body Type |
Oriental Longhair Similar to the Oriental body type but with a longer coat. |
Semi-foreign Russian Blue have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats. |
Substantial Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build. |
Ear Shape |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
Large Pointed Tufted Wide-set |
Eye Color | Blue | Green |
Gold Green |
Hair Color and Pattern |
Red Blue Seal Chocolate Lilac Cream | Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. | All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. |
Coat
What is the difference between Balinese, Russian Blue and Siberian coats? | Long Hair | Short Hair | Semi-long |
Leg Lenght | Long | Medium | Medium |
Whisker Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Musculature | Slender | Lean | Robust |
Head Shape | Triangular | Triangular | Round |
Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
Eye Shape And Orientation | Slanted | Small and Deep-set | Oval |
Night Vision | |||
Paw Size | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Nose Structure | Long and Narrow | Straight | Concave |
Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Fur Texture |
Silky Long |
Silky Long |
Soft Curled |
Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Flexibility | High | High | High |
Bone Structure | Heavy |
Slender Fine | Sturdy |
Tail Length | Plumed | Long and Tapered | Plumed |
Sleep Patterns | Average | Average |
Calm More Sleep |
Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison
Attention Span | Long, very focused and vocal | Moderate, shy and observant | Long, loyal and affectionate |
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Guarding Instinct | Low | Moderate | High |
Protection Instincts | Low | Moderate | High |
Climbing Ability | High | Moderate | High |
Jumping Ability | Excellent | Good | Good |
Swimming Ability | Poor | Poor | Good |
Water Affinity | |||
Rescue Capability | Poor | Poor | Good |
Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian Health Comparison
Litter Size | 1-3 Kittens | 4-6 Kittens | 2-4 Kittens |
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Special Needs |
Affectionate Vocal Requires attention |
Low maintenance Independent |
Affectionate High grooming |
Breeding | Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size | Requires experienced breeders, small litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size |
Dietary Preferences | High protein, balanced diet | High protein, wet food | High protein, wet food |
Solo Time Tolerance | High | Medium | Medium |
Noise Sensitivity | Low | Low | Low |
Genetic Diversity | Low | Low | High |
Sensitivity To Changes | High sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity |
Food Motivation | Low | Moderate | High |
Feeding Schedule | Two or more small meals a day |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Maintenance Level | Moderate | High | High |
Exercise Needs | High | Low | Medium |
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | 10-15 years | 10-16 years | 12-15 years |
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian cat? | The Balinese cat has a very high energy level. | The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level. | The Siberian cat has a very high energy level. |
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Yes Balinese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | Yes Russian Blue cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | Yes Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. |
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian? | High Balineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | Low Very healthy cat breed. |
Health Problems |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Asthma |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Bladder Stones |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Retinal Dysplasia Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) |
Climate | Temperate | Temperate | Cold |
Cold Tolerance | High | Medium | Medium |
Heat Tolerance | High | Low | Medium |
Breeding Difficulty | Medium | Easy | Medium |
Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison
Common Vocalizations | Loud and talkative | Quiet and shy meows | Quiet and affectionate meows |
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Interaction With Other Pets | Good, enjoys the company of other pets | Good, but can be shy | Excellent, very social and friendly |
Facial Expression | Intelligent and energetic | Shy and loyal | Loyal and affectionate |
Tail Behavior | Energetic tail flicks | Shy and loyal tail movements | Loyal and affectionate tail movements |
Explorer Instincts | High | Moderate | High |
Attention Needs | High | Moderate | Moderate |
Protectiveness | Low | Moderate | High |
Territoriality | Moderate | Moderate | High |
Independence | Moderate | High | High |
Response To Commands | High | High | High |
Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
Hunting Drive | Moderate | High | High |
Play Style |
Active Curious Playful |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Active Curious Playful |
Escape Tendencies | High | High | High |
Curiosity | High | High | High |
Hunting Skills | Moderate ⏺️ | Moderate ⏺️ | High ⬆️ |
Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Cautious | Friendly |
Stalking Behavior | Moderate | High | High |
Aggression Level | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
Training Difficulty | Easy | Easy | Moderate |
Agility | High | High | High |
Travel Compatibility | Low | Low | Medium |
Activity | Highly Active | Low Active | Moderately Active |
Compatibility With Other Animals |
High Friendly Tolerant |
Low Independent |
Playful Medium |
Household Noise Tolerance | High | Medium | Medium |
Playfulness | Active Adventurer. Balinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. |
Trainability | Average Trainability: Balinese cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards. | Average Trainability: Russian Blue cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards. | 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. |
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | 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, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Affectionate | Active | Curious |
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Balinese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: Russian Blue cats adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian? | High: Balinese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | Average: Russian Blue cats are average regarding their affection level. | High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. |
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | The Balinese cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed. |
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Very dog-friendly: Balinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Russian Blue cats are average friendly toward dogs. | Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. |
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian? | Outstanding: Balinese is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence. | Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds. |
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. | Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat. | Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats. |
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. |
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | 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. |
Balinese vs Russian Blue vs Siberian Grooming Comparison
Seasonal Shedding | Moderate | Low | High |
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Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb |
Dental Care | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Balinese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Russian Blue cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Siberian cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. |
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Balinese or Russian Blue or Siberian? | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. |
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