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Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll" Compare Persian and Scottish Fold. Which is better: Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
 
 
 
Name Persian Scottish Fold Ragdoll
OriginsIran flagIran United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United States flagUnited States
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank582
Reviews021
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi Scot Fold Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll cat?
$1500 to $3000 $1000 to $2000 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available 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)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type No data available Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Small
Rounded
Medium
Folded
Wide-set
Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Copper
Blue
Gold
Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping). All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. 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 Persian, Scottish Fold and Ragdoll coats?
Glossy Short Hair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Muscular Lean Muscular
Head Shape Flat-faced Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Straight Button Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Short
Dense
Short
Dense
Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Low
Bone Structure Slender
Fine
Heavy Robust
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep
Active
Less Sleep
Active
Less Sleep

Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, calm and gentle Short to moderate, gentle and calm Moderate, gentle and affectionate
Guarding Instinct Low Low Low
Protection Instincts Low Low Low
Climbing Ability Low Low Low
Jumping Ability Moderate Moderate Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor Poor

Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires genetic management, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate High Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate High Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
14-15 years 11-14 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll cat?
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Scottish Fold cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll?
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Temperate Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and sweet meows Quiet and gentle sounds Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Good, calm and friendly Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression Calm and sweet Sweet and gentle Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior Calm and sweet tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Low Low
Attention Needs Low Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Low Low Low
Territoriality Low Low Low
Independence Low Low Low
Response To Commands Low Low Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Low Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low Low Low
Curiosity Low Low Low
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Low Low
Aggression Level Moderate Low Low
Training Difficulty Difficult Moderate Moderate
Agility Low Low Low
Travel Compatibility Low Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
Moderately Trainable: Scottish Fold cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
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, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
Affectionate Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Scottish Fold 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: Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll?
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Scottish Fold 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, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold 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, Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll?
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
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, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
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.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Persian vs Scottish Fold vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Scottish Fold 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, Persian or Scottish Fold or Ragdoll?
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.
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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