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Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese" Compare Devon Rex and Abyssinian. Which is better: Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Devon Rex Abyssinian Siamese
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Ethiopia flagEthiopia Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank71015
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat Abys Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese cat?
$1200 to $1800 $900 to $1500 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
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) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

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

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

Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, playful and curious Long, focused and curious Long, vocal and attentive
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

Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Requires attention 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Low Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
10-15 years 14-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese cat?
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Yes
Devon Rex 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.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Temperate Hot Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium High Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and high-pitched meows Quiet meows and chirps Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Generally good, enjoys companionship Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression Mischievous and affectionate Alert and curious Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Playful and mischievous tail movements Flicks tail when excited Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low High High
Independence Moderate High Moderate
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium High Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian 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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
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, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Highly interactive Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Devon Rex 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.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
High: Devon Rex 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.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
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, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Devon Rex or Abyssinian or Siamese?
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.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Devon Rex vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

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

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