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Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian" Compare Ragdoll and Himalayan. Which is better: Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Ragdoll Himalayan Persian
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank2335
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rag doll Himalayan Persian, Colourpoint Persian, Longhaired Colourpoint, Himmy Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1000 to $2500 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High High
Breed Recognition 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) 		No data available

Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 9 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 11 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 No data available
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Blue Blue Copper
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern 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. 		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. 		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).
Coat
What is the difference between Ragdoll, Himalayan and Persian coats?
Semi-long Long Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid Muscular
Head Shape Round Round Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Short and Broad Straight
Neck Length Long Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Low
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, gentle and affectionate Short to moderate, relaxed and gentle Short to moderate, calm and gentle
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

Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber Balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Low Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Low Low
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
12-17 years 9-15 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian cat?
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Himalayan cat has a low energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Himalayan cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Himalayans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Temperate Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Soft and infrequent meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and gentle Good, calm and gentle Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Docile and affectionate Sweet and gentle Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Docile and affectionate tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low Low Low
Attention Needs Moderate Low Low
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 ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low Low Low
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Difficult Difficult
Agility Low Low Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Balanced Playmate. Himalayan have a balanced playfulness.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Trainability
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.
Average Trainability: Himalayan cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
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, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
Affectionate Dependent Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Himalayan cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian?
High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Himalayan cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Himalayan cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Himalayan cats are not the most dog-friendly breed.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian?
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Himalayan cat has an average level of intelligence.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
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.

Ragdoll vs Himalayan vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Ragdoll or Himalayan or Persian?
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.
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.
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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