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Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll" Compare Siamese and Bengal. Which is better: Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
 
 
 
Name Siamese Bengal Ragdoll
OriginsThailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank15122
Reviews010
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Siam, Thai Cat Bengal Cat Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll cat?
$600 to $1200 $1800 to $3000 $1200 to $2500
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll cat?
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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite Force No data available Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape No data available Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color No data available Gold
Green 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern No data available Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue. 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 Siamese, Bengal and Ragdoll coats?
Short Hair Sleek, Glossy Semi-long
Leg Lenght Long Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Muscular Robust Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Eye Shape And Orientation Slanted Oval Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility High High Low
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

Dental CareHigh High Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
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.

Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Bengal cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
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, Siamese or Bengal 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, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Active Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bengal 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: Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll?
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bengal 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, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal 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, Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll?
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
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, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
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, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
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.

Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
12-15 years 12-16 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll cat?
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siamese or Bengal or Ragdoll?
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siamese vs Bengal vs Ragdoll?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease

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