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Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian" Compare Cornish Rex and Siamese. Which is better: Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
 
 
 
Name Cornish Rex Siamese Abyssinian
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Thailand flagThailand Ethiopia flagEthiopia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank131510
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Corn Rex Cat Siam, Thai Cat Abys
Price
Which one is cheaper, Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian cat?
$800 to $1200 $600 to $1200 $900 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Cornish Rex Breed Club 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Lithe
Cornish Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		No data available Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Green No data available Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. No data available Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn
Coat
What is the difference between Cornish Rex, Siamese and Abyssinian coats?
Short Hair Short Hair Shorthair
Leg Lenght Long Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Short
Musculature Slender Muscular Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Slanted Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Whip-like Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian Special Abilities Comparison

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

Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity High Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
11-14 years 12-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian cat?
The Cornish Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
Yes
Cornish Rex 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
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease
Climate Temperate Hot Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium High
Heat Tolerance Medium High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and high-pitched meows Very loud and talkative Quiet meows and chirps
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, very social and interactive Generally good, enjoys companionship
Facial Expression Lively and affectionate Vocal and social Alert and curious
Tail Behavior Curly tail with expressive movements Vocal and social tail movements Flicks tail when excited
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low High High
Independence Moderate Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low High
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium High
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Cornish Rex are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Cornish Rex cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
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, Cornish Rex or Siamese 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, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
Affectionate Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Cornish Rex 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.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian?
High: Cornish Rex 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: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
The Cornish Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
Very dog-friendly: Cornish Rex 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.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian?
Outstanding: Cornish Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
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, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Cornish Rex or Siamese or Abyssinian?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Cornish Rex vs Siamese vs Abyssinian Grooming Comparison

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

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