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Siberian vs Devon Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siberian vs Devon Rex" Compare Siberian and Devon Rex. Which is better: Siberian or Devon Rex?
 
 
 
Name Siberian Devon Rex
OriginsRussia flagRussia United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank227
Reviews10
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siberian vs Devon Rex cat?
$1200 to $2500 $1200 to $1800
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Siberian vs Devon Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian or Devon Rex cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Siberian or Devon Rex cat?
Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Odd
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, 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 Siberian and Devon Rex coats?
Semi-long Short
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Lean
Head Shape Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Sturdy
Tail Length Plumed Whip-like
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average

Siberian vs Devon Rex Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, loyal and affectionate Moderate, playful and curious
Guarding Instinct High Low
Protection Instincts High Low
Climbing Ability High High
Jumping Ability Good Excellent
Swimming Ability Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Moderate

Siberian vs Devon Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Maintenance Level High Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Siberian cats live longer than Devon Rex?
12-15 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siberian vs Devon Rex cat?
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siberian or Devon Rex?
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Siberian vs Devon Rex?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium

Siberian vs Devon Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and affectionate meows Playful and high-pitched meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Loyal and affectionate Mischievous and affectionate
Tail Behavior Loyal and affectionate tail movements Playful and mischievous tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High
Attention Needs Moderate High
Protectiveness High Low
Territoriality High Low
Independence High Moderate
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Siberian cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex 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, Siberian or Devon 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, Siberian or Devon Rex?
Curious Highly interactive
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Siberian vs Devon Rex?
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Siberian or Devon Rex?
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siberian or Devon Rex?
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siberian vs Devon Rex?
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siberian or Devon Rex?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Siberian or Devon Rex?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Siberian or Devon Rex?
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.

Siberian vs Devon Rex Grooming Comparison

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

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