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Persian vs Selkirk Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Persian vs Selkirk Rex" Compare Persian and Selkirk Rex. Which is better: Persian or Selkirk Rex?
 
 
 
Name Persian Selkirk Rex
OriginsIran flagIran United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed
Popularity Rank520
Reviews00
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi Shepherd Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Persian vs Selkirk Rex cat?
$1500 to $3000 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Persian vs Selkirk Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Persian or Selkirk Rex 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Persian or Selkirk Rex cat?
Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds Male: 11 - 16 pounds, Female: 6 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type No data available Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Small
Rounded 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Copper
Blue 		Gold
Copper
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.
Coat
What is the difference between Persian and Selkirk Rex coats?
Glossy Long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid
Head Shape Flat-faced 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 Short
Dense 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep

Persian vs Selkirk Rex Special Abilities Comparison

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

Persian vs Selkirk Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food Low fat, high protein
Solo Time Tolerance Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Persian cats live longer than Selkirk Rex?
14-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Persian vs Selkirk Rex cat?
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
The Selkirk Rex cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Selkirk Rex cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Persian vs Selkirk Rex?
High
Persians 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)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Climate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium

Persian vs Selkirk Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and sweet meows Quiet and gentle meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Good, playful and friendly
Facial Expression Calm and sweet Patient and loving
Tail Behavior Calm and sweet tail movements Patient and loving tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Moderate
Attention Needs Low Moderate
Protectiveness Low Moderate
Territoriality Low Moderate
Independence Low Moderate
Response To Commands Low Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive Low Moderate
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Social
Playful
Gentle
Escape Tendencies Low Moderate
Curiosity Low Moderate
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Difficult Moderate
Agility Low Moderate
Travel Compatibility Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Active Adventurer. Selkirk Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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.
Challenging to Train: Selkirk Rex 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 Selkirk Rex?
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, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
Affectionate Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Selkirk Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Persian vs Selkirk Rex?
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Selkirk Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Selkirk Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Selkirk Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Persian vs Selkirk Rex?
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Selkirk Rex cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Persian vs Selkirk Rex Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Selkirk Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Persian or Selkirk Rex?
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.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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