Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Birman and Ragdoll. Which is better: Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian?
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| Name | Birman | Ragdoll | Abyssinian |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  France |  United States |  Ethiopia |
| Group | Crossbreed | Crossbreed | Natural |
| Popularity Rank | 19 | 2 | 10 |
| Reviews | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| User Ratings |
| Other Names
What other names do they have? | Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma | Rag doll | Abys |
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| Price
Which one is cheaper, Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian cat? | $700 to $1500 | $1200 to $2500 | $900 to $1500 |
| Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Breed Recognition |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) |
Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian 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. | Medium The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down. |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds | Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds |
| Bite Force | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI |
| Body Type |
Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. |
Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. |
Foreign (Oriental) Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs. |
| Ear Shape |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
| Eye Color | Blue | Blue |
Gold Green |
| Hair Color and Pattern |
Red Blue Seal Chocolate Lilac Cream |
Colorpoint pattern Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns. |
Ruddy Red Blue Fawn |
| Coat
What is the difference between Birman, Ragdoll and Abyssinian coats? | Long Hair | Semi-long | Shorthair |
| Leg Lenght | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Whisker Length | Long | Long | Short |
| Musculature | Solid | Muscular | 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 | Oval | Almond-shaped |
| Night Vision | |||
| Paw Size | Medium | Large | Medium |
| Nose Structure | Concave | Concave | Straight |
| Neck Length | Medium | Long | Medium |
| Fur Texture |
Short Dense |
Soft Curled |
Fine Short Silky |
| Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Flexibility | Medium | Low | High |
| Bone Structure | Sturdy | Robust |
Slender Fine |
| Tail Length | Plumed | Plumed | Long and Tapered |
| Sleep Patterns |
Calm More Sleep |
Active Less Sleep |
Active Less Sleep |
Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian Special Abilities Comparison
| Attention Span | Moderate, enjoys companionship | Moderate, gentle and affectionate | Long, focused and curious |
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| Guarding Instinct | Low | Low | Moderate |
| Protection Instincts | Low | Low | Moderate |
| Climbing Ability | Moderate | Low | High |
| Jumping Ability | Good | Moderate | Excellent |
| Swimming Ability | Poor | Poor | Poor |
| Water Affinity | |||
| Rescue Capability | Moderate | Poor | Poor |
Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian Health Comparison
| Litter Size | 4-6 Kittens | 4-6 Kittens | 3-5 Kittens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Needs |
Social Moderate grooming Gentle |
Affectionate High grooming |
Active Intelligent Requires mental stimulation |
| Breeding | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size | Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size |
| Dietary Preferences | Balanced diet | Low fat, high fiber | High protein, low carbs |
| Solo Time Tolerance | Medium | High | High |
| Noise Sensitivity | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
| Genetic Diversity | Low | Low | Low |
| Sensitivity To Changes | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity |
| Food Motivation | Low | Low | Moderate |
| Feeding Schedule | Two to three times a day | Two or three times a day |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate | Low | Low |
| Exercise Needs | Medium | Low | High |
| Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | 14-15 years | 12-17 years | 14-15 years |
| Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian cat? | The Birman cat has an average energy level. | The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level. | The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level. |
| Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | No Birman cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | No Ragdoll 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. |
| Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian? | High Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | High Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
| Health Problems |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Corneal Dermoid Congenital Hypotrichosis |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Kidney Disease |
Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD) Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Periodontal Disease |
| Climate | Temperate | Temperate | Hot |
| Cold Tolerance | Medium | Medium | High |
| Heat Tolerance | Medium | Low | High |
| Breeding Difficulty | Medium | Easy | Medium |
Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian Characteristics and Personality Comparison
| Common Vocalizations | Soft and quiet meows | Soft and infrequent meows | Quiet meows and chirps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interaction With Other Pets | Excellent, very sociable | Excellent, very social and gentle | Generally good, enjoys companionship |
| Facial Expression | Gentle and affectionate | Docile and affectionate | Alert and curious |
| Tail Behavior | Soft tail movements | Docile and affectionate tail movements | Flicks tail when excited |
| Explorer Instincts | Moderate | Low | High |
| Attention Needs | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Protectiveness | Low | Low | Moderate |
| Territoriality | Low | Low | High |
| Independence | Low | Low | High |
| Response To Commands | Moderate | Low | High |
| Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
| Hunting Drive | Low | Low | High |
| Play Style |
Social Playful Gentle |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Active Curious Interactive |
| Escape Tendencies | Low | Low | High |
| Curiosity | Moderate | Low | High |
| Hunting Skills | Low ⬇️ | Low ⬇️ | High ⬆️ |
| Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Cautious | Friendly |
| Stalking Behavior | Low | Low | High |
| Aggression Level | Moderate | Low | Moderate |
| Training Difficulty | Easy | Moderate | Moderate |
| Agility | Moderate | Low | High |
| Travel Compatibility | High | Medium | High |
| Activity | Moderately Active | Low Active | Highly Active |
| Compatibility With Other Animals |
Playful Medium |
Low Independent |
High Friendly Tolerant |
| Household Noise Tolerance | Medium | Medium | High |
| Playfulness | Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness. | Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness. | Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic. |
| Trainability | Moderately Trainable: Birman cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts. | Challenging to Train: Ragdoll cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results. | Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks. |
| Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | 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, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | Affectionate | Affectionate | Active |
| Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Birman cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Ragdoll 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. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian? | High: Birman cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Ragdoll 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. |
| Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed. |
| Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs. |
| Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian? | Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence. | Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence. | Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds. |
| Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats. | 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, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. | Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers. |
| Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | 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. | Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats. |
Birman vs Ragdoll vs Abyssinian Grooming Comparison
| Seasonal Shedding | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb |
| Dental Care | Moderate | Low | High |
| Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Birman cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition. |
| Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Birman or Ragdoll or Abyssinian? | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. | 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. | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. |
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