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Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx" Compare Exotic Shorthair and Russian Blue. Which is better: Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
 
 
 
Name Exotic Shorthair Russian Blue Sphynx
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Russia flagRussia Canada flagCanada
Group Crossbreed Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank1116
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Exotic Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx
Price
Which one is cheaper, Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx cat?
$1200 to $2200 $1000 to $1700 $1800 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate High
Breed Recognition No data available 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)

Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx cat?
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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
Male: 8 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite Force No data available Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Semi-foreign
Russian Blue have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Foreign (Oriental)
Sphynx have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Copper
Blue
Blue-Green
Green Green
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream
Black
White
Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. Hairless or with a light downy coat; skin can be any colour or pattern, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Exotic Shorthair, Russian Blue and Sphynx coats?
Dense Short Hair Hairless
Leg Lenght Short Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Slender Lean Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Flat-faced Small and Deep-set Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Short and Broad Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long
Silky
Long
Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Slender
Fine
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep
Average Moderate Sleep

Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, calm and gentle Moderate, shy and observant Long, social and energetic
Guarding Instinct Low Moderate Low
Protection Instincts Low Moderate Low
Climbing Ability Low Moderate Low
Jumping Ability Moderate Good Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor Poor

Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Low maintenance
Independent
High grooming
Sensitive skin
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Two or more small meals a day
Maintenance Level Low High Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Low Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
12-15 years 10-16 years 12-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx cat?
The Exotic Shorthair cat has an average energy level.
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
No
Exotic Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Russian Blue cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Sphynx cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx?
High
Exotic Shorthairs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Kidney Disease
Mouth and gum disease
Hyperthyroidism
Heart disease
Cystitis
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Bladder Stones
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Low Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and gentle meows Quiet and shy meows Loud and energetic sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Good, but can be shy Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Gentle and calm Shy and loyal Outgoing and energetic
Tail Behavior Gentle and calm tail movements Shy and loyal tail movements Outgoing and energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate Low
Attention Needs Low Moderate High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Low
Territoriality Low Moderate Low
Independence Low High Moderate
Response To Commands Low High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low High High
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Curious
Interactive
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High High
Curiosity Low High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility Low High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
Low
Independent
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Exotic Shorthair are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sphynx are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Exotic Shorthair 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: Russian Blue cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Difficult to Train: Sphynx cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
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, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
Affectionate Active Loyal
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Exotic Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Russian Blue cats adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Sphynx cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx?
High: Exotic Shorthair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average: Russian Blue cats are average regarding their affection level.
High: Sphynx cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
The Exotic Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
Exotic Shorthair cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Russian Blue cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Sphynx owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx?
Average: the Exotic Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
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.

Exotic Shorthair vs Russian Blue vs Sphynx Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental Care No data available Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Exotic Shorthair cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Russian Blue cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Sphynx coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Exotic Shorthair or Russian Blue or Sphynx?
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.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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