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Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese" Compare Scottish Fold and Abyssinian. Which is better: Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
 
 
 
Name Scottish Fold Abyssinian Siamese
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Ethiopia flagEthiopia Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank81015
Reviews200
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Scot Fold Abys Siam, Thai Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese cat?
$1000 to $2000 $900 to $1500 $600 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese 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.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available
Body Type Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Medium
Folded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		No data available
Eye Color Gold
Copper 		Gold
Green 		No data available
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Scottish Fold, Abyssinian and Siamese coats?
Short Hair Shorthair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Long
Whisker Length Medium Short Medium
Musculature Lean Lean Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Almond-shaped Slanted
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Button Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Heavy Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, gentle and calm Long, focused and curious Long, vocal and attentive
Guarding Instinct Low Moderate Moderate
Protection Instincts Low Moderate Moderate
Climbing Ability Low High High
Jumping Ability Moderate Excellent Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Poor Poor

Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention
Breeding Requires genetic management, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, low carbs High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity High Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level High Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
11-14 years 14-15 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese cat?
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
No
Scottish Fold cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Cold Hot Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium High Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Easy

Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and gentle sounds Quiet meows and chirps Very loud and talkative
Interaction With Other Pets Good, calm and friendly Generally good, enjoys companionship Good, very social and interactive
Facial Expression Sweet and gentle Alert and curious Vocal and social
Tail Behavior Sweet and gentle tail movements Flicks tail when excited Vocal and social tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low High High
Independence Low High Moderate
Response To Commands Low High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low High Moderate
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High High
Curiosity Low High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low High Moderate
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility Low High High
Travel Compatibility Medium High Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
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, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Affectionate Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Scottish Fold cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
High: Scottish Fold cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese?
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
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.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Scottish Fold vs Abyssinian vs Siamese Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
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 Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Scottish Fold or Abyssinian or Siamese?
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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