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Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold" Compare Russian Blue and Sphynx. Which is better: Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
 
 
 
Name Russian Blue Sphynx Scottish Fold
OriginsRussia flagRussia Canada flagCanada United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Group Natural Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank1168
Reviews002
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Canadian Hairless, Canadian Sphynx Scot Fold
Price
Which one is cheaper, Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold cat?
$1000 to $1700 $1800 to $3000 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold cat?
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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type 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.
Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Medium
Folded
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Green
Blue
Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern 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. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Russian Blue, Sphynx and Scottish Fold coats?
Short Hair Hairless Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Lean Muscular Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Small and Deep-set Large and Prominent Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Long and Narrow Button
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long
Silky
Long
Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine
Fine Heavy
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Special Abilities Comparison

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

Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Low maintenance
Independent
High grooming
Sensitive skin
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires careful genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires genetic management, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low High
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Two or more small meals a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Moderate High
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
10-16 years 12-14 years 11-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold cat?
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Sphynx cat has an average energy level.
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
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.
No
Scottish Fold cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Bladder Stones
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Skin Diseases (due to lack of fur)
Hereditary Myopathy
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD)
Climate Temperate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Medium Medium

Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and shy meows Loud and energetic sounds Quiet and gentle sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be shy Excellent, very social and friendly Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Shy and loyal Outgoing and energetic Sweet and gentle
Tail Behavior Shy and loyal tail movements Outgoing and energetic tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate Low Low
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate Low Low
Territoriality Moderate Low Low
Independence High Moderate Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Low
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm
Curious
Interactive
Playful
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Low Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate Moderate
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Low Medium Medium
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent
Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Sphynx are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Active Loyal Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
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.
Scottish Fold cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold?
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.
High: Scottish Fold cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Sphynx cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
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.
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold?
Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Sphynx is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
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, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
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, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Russian Blue vs Sphynx vs Scottish Fold Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Low Low Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
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.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Scottish Fold cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Russian Blue or Sphynx or Scottish Fold?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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