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Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair" Compare Japanese Bobtail and American Wirehair. Which is better: Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
 
 
 
Name Japanese Bobtail American Wirehair
OriginsJapan flagJapan United States flagUnited States
Group Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank5978
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Japanese Truncated Cat No data available
Price
Which one is cheaper, Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair cat?
$800 to $1500 $800 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Low Low
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)

Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair cat?
Male: 7 - 10 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 12 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Japanese Bobtail have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green
Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
The most common pattern is the "mi-ke" (meaning three-fur), which is a tricolor of white, black, and red.
Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat
What is the difference between Japanese Bobtail and American Wirehair coats?
Long Medium Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Solid
Head Shape Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled
Short
Shaggy
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Sturdy
Tail Length Bobtail Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep
Active
Less Sleep

Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and intelligent Short to moderate, adaptable
Guarding Instinct Moderate Moderate
Protection Instincts Moderate Moderate
Climbing Ability Moderate Moderate
Jumping Ability Excellent Good
Swimming Ability Moderate Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Moderate

Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Low maintenance
Low maintenance
Rare grooming
Breeding Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires genetic diversity, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium
Noise Sensitivity High Low
Genetic Diversity Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Three times a day
Morning, Afternoon, and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Low
Exercise Needs Medium High
Life Expectancy
Do Japanese Bobtail cats live longer than American Wirehair?
14-16 years 14-18 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair cat?
The Japanese Bobtail cat has a very high energy level.
The American Wirehair cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
No
Japanese Bobtail cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
American Wirehair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Kinked Tail
Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Heartworm
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium High
Heat Tolerance Medium High
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium

Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Melodious and varied sounds Quiet and calm meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, gets along with other pets
Facial Expression Energetic and intelligent Active and curious
Tail Behavior Energetic and intelligent tail movements Quick movements when playing
Explorer Instincts Moderate Moderate
Attention Needs Moderate Low
Protectiveness Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Moderate Moderate
Independence Moderate Moderate
Response To Commands Moderate Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate
Play Style Curious
Social
Playful
Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate Moderate
Curiosity High Moderate
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Moderate Moderate
Aggression Level Low Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate
Agility Moderate Moderate
Travel Compatibility High Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Japanese Bobtail are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. American Wirehair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Japanese Bobtail cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Difficult to Train: American Wirehair 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, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
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, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Japanese Bobtail cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
American Wirehair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair?
High: Japanese Bobtail cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: American Wirehair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
The Japanese Bobtail cat is a child-friendly breed.
The American Wirehair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
Very dog-friendly: Japanese Bobtail owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: American Wirehair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair?
Outstanding: Japanese Bobtail is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: American Wirehair's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
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, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Japanese Bobtail vs American Wirehair Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Japanese Bobtail cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the American Wirehair coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Japanese Bobtail or American Wirehair?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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