Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Burmese and Siamese. Which is better: Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll?
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Name | Burmese | Siamese | Ragdoll |
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Origins | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Group | Natural | Mutation | Crossbreed |
Popularity Rank | 21 | 15 | 2 |
Reviews | 0 | 0 | 1 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? | Burmese Cat | Siam, Thai Cat | Rag doll |
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Price
Which one is cheaper, Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll cat? | $1000 to $1500 | $600 to $1200 | $1200 to $2500 |
Cost Of Ownership | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
Breed Recognition | No data available |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) |
Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll 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, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds | Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds | Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds |
Bite Force | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | No data available | 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. |
Foreign (Oriental) Siamese 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 |
Medium Rounded Wide-set | No data available |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Eye Color |
Gold Green | No data available | Blue |
Hair Color and Pattern |
Blue Sable Champagne Platinum | No data available |
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. |
Coat
What is the difference between Burmese, Siamese and Ragdoll coats? | Short Hair | Short Hair | Semi-long |
Leg Lenght | Medium | Long | Medium |
Whisker Length | Medium | Medium | Long |
Musculature | Solid | Muscular | Muscular |
Head Shape | Round | Triangular | Round |
Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
Eye Shape And Orientation | Oval | Slanted | Oval |
Night Vision | |||
Paw Size | Medium | Medium | Large |
Nose Structure | Convex | Long and Narrow | Concave |
Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Long |
Fur Texture |
Short Dense |
Soft Curled |
Soft Curled |
Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Flexibility | High | High | Low |
Bone Structure | Fine |
Slender Fine | Robust |
Tail Length | Long and Tapered | Long and Tapered | Plumed |
Sleep Patterns |
Active Less Sleep | Average |
Active Less Sleep |
Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison
Attention Span | Long, highly social and focused | Long, vocal and attentive | Moderate, gentle and affectionate |
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Guarding Instinct | Low | Moderate | Low |
Protection Instincts | Low | Moderate | Low |
Climbing Ability | Moderate | High | Low |
Jumping Ability | Good | Excellent | Moderate |
Swimming Ability | Poor | Poor | Poor |
Water Affinity | |||
Rescue Capability | Moderate | Poor | Poor |
Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Health Comparison
Litter Size | 4-6 Kittens | 1-3 Kittens | 4-6 Kittens |
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Special Needs |
Social Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Affectionate Vocal Requires attention |
Affectionate High grooming |
Breeding | Requires experienced breeders, small litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size |
Dietary Preferences | High protein, balanced diet | High protein, balanced diet | Low fat, high fiber |
Solo Time Tolerance | High | High | High |
Noise Sensitivity | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
Genetic Diversity | Low | Low | Low |
Sensitivity To Changes | High sensitivity | High sensitivity | Medium sensitivity |
Food Motivation | Low | Moderate | Low |
Feeding Schedule |
Twice a day Morning and Evening | Two or three times a day | Two or three times a day |
Maintenance Level | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Exercise Needs | High | High | Low |
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | 15-16 years | 12-15 years | 12-17 years |
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll cat? | The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds. | The Siamese cat has a very high energy level. | The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level. |
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Yes Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | Yes Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. | No Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. |
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll? | High Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | Low Very healthy cat breed. |
Health Problems |
Diabetes Mellitus Hypokalemia Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Asthma |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Kidney Disease |
Climate | Temperate | Hot | Temperate |
Cold Tolerance | High | Medium | Medium |
Heat Tolerance | High | High | Low |
Breeding Difficulty | Easy | Easy | Easy |
Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison
Common Vocalizations | Talkative and loud | Very loud and talkative | Soft and infrequent meows |
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Interaction With Other Pets | Excellent, very social and affectionate | Good, very social and interactive | Excellent, very social and gentle |
Facial Expression | People-oriented and energetic | Vocal and social | Docile and affectionate |
Tail Behavior | Energetic tail movements | Vocal and social tail movements | Docile and affectionate tail movements |
Explorer Instincts | Moderate | High | Low |
Attention Needs | High | High | Moderate |
Protectiveness | Low | Moderate | Low |
Territoriality | Low | High | Low |
Independence | Low | Moderate | Low |
Response To Commands | High | High | Low |
Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
Hunting Drive | High | Moderate | Low |
Play Style |
Active Social Playful |
Active Social Playful |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Escape Tendencies | High | High | Low |
Curiosity | High | High | Low |
Hunting Skills | Moderate ⏺️ | Moderate ⏺️ | Low ⬇️ |
Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Friendly | Cautious |
Stalking Behavior | High | Moderate | Low |
Aggression Level | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
Training Difficulty | Easy | Easy | Moderate |
Agility | High | High | Low |
Travel Compatibility | High | Low | Medium |
Activity | Highly Active | Highly Active | Low Active |
Compatibility With Other Animals |
High Friendly Tolerant |
High Friendly Tolerant |
Low Independent |
Household Noise Tolerance | High | Medium | Medium |
Playfulness | Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness. |
Trainability | 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. | Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks. | 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. |
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | 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, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Curious | Active | Affectionate |
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Siamese 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. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll? | High: Burmese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Siamese 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. |
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed. |
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: Siamese 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. |
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll? | Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence. |
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. | 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, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. | 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, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats. |
Burmese vs Siamese vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison
Seasonal Shedding | Low | Low | Moderate |
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Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Dental Care | High | High | Low |
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition. | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Siamese 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. |
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Burmese or Siamese or Ragdoll? | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. | 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. |
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