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Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian" Compare Bombay and Maine Coon. Which is better: Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
 
 
 
Name Bombay Maine Coon Siberian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank71422
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Small Black Panther Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian cat?
$600 to $1000 $1200 to $2000 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Low High Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern Black All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Bombay, Maine Coon and Siberian coats?
Short Hair Longhair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Long Medium
Musculature Robust Solid Robust
Head Shape Round Square Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Square Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Large Medium
Nose Structure Convex Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Long Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium High Medium
Flexibility
High
Medium
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Calm
More Sleep 		Calm
More Sleep

Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, enjoys play and interaction Long, playful and intelligent Long, loyal and affectionate
Guarding Instinct Moderate High High
Protection Instincts Moderate High High
Climbing Ability Low High High
Jumping Ability Good Good Good
Swimming Ability Poor Good Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Good Good

Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Active
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance Low High Medium
Noise Sensitivity High Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low High High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate High
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
12-16 years 12-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian cat?
The Bombay cat has an average energy level.
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
No
Bombay cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Craniofacial Abnormalities 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Climate Temperate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and infrequent meows Quiet chirps and trills Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys social interaction Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Social and loving Friendly and intelligent Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior Social tail movements Gentle swaying tail Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate High High
Territoriality Moderate Moderate High
Independence Moderate High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate Moderate High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility Moderate High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Bombay are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Bombay cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
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, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
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, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Affectionate Adaptable Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Bombay cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maine Coon cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian?
High: Bombay cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
The Bombay cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Very dog-friendly: Bombay owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian?
Outstanding: Bombay is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
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, Bombay or Maine Coon 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.

Bombay vs Maine Coon vs Siberian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low High High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareModerate High Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bombay coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Maine Coon 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, Bombay or Maine Coon or Siberian?
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
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.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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