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Balinese vs Selkirk Rex Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Balinese Selkirk Rex
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank6320
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Long-haired Siamese Shepherd Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Balinese vs Selkirk Rex cat?
$800 to $1500 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Balinese vs Selkirk Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Balinese or Selkirk Rex 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Balinese or Selkirk Rex cat?
Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 11 - 16 pounds, Female: 6 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Oriental Longhair
Similar to the Oriental body type but with a longer coat.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Balinese and Selkirk Rex coats?
Long Hair Long
Leg Lenght Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Slender Solid
Head Shape Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Heavy Sturdy
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Active
Less Sleep

Balinese vs Selkirk Rex Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, very focused and vocal Moderate, playful and affectionate
Guarding Instinct Low Moderate
Protection Instincts Low Moderate
Climbing Ability High Moderate
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor

Balinese vs Selkirk Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high protein
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Two or more small meals a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low
Exercise Needs High Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Balinese cats live longer than Selkirk Rex?
10-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Balinese vs Selkirk Rex cat?
The Balinese cat has a very high energy level.
The Selkirk Rex cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
Yes
Balinese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Selkirk Rex cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Balinese vs Selkirk Rex?
High
Balineses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance High Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium

Balinese vs Selkirk Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and talkative Quiet and gentle meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys the company of other pets Good, playful and friendly
Facial Expression Intelligent and energetic Patient and loving
Tail Behavior Energetic tail flicks Patient and loving tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate
Attention Needs High Moderate
Protectiveness Low Moderate
Territoriality Moderate Moderate
Independence Moderate Moderate
Response To Commands High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive Moderate Moderate
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies High Moderate
Curiosity High Moderate
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate
Agility High Moderate
Travel Compatibility Low Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Balinese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Selkirk Rex 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.
Challenging to Train: Selkirk Rex cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Balinese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Selkirk Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Balinese vs Selkirk Rex?
High: Balinese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Selkirk Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
The Balinese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Selkirk Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
Very dog-friendly: Balinese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Selkirk Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Balinese vs Selkirk Rex?
Outstanding: Balinese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Selkirk Rex cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
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, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Balinese vs Selkirk Rex Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Balinese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Selkirk Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Balinese or Selkirk Rex?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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