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Birman vs Siamese vs Somali Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Birman vs Siamese vs Somali" Compare Birman and Siamese. Which is better: Birman or Siamese or Somali?
 
 
 
Name Birman Siamese Somali
OriginsFrance flagFrance Thailand flagThailand Somalia flagSomalia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Mutation Mutation
Popularity Rank191562
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma Siam, Thai Cat Fox Cat, Long-Haired Abyssinian
Price
Which one is cheaper, Birman vs Siamese vs Somali cat?
$700 to $1500 $600 to $1200 $1000 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate 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) 		No data available

Birman vs Siamese vs Somali Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Birman or Siamese or Somali 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI No data available No data available
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-foreign
Somali have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		No data available Large
Pointed
Tufted
Eye Color Blue No data available No data available
Hair Color and Pattern Red
Blue
Seal
Chocolate
Lilac
Cream 		No data available No data available
Coat
What is the difference between Birman, Siamese and Somali coats?
Long Hair Short Hair Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular Slender
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Slanted Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Medium
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average Average

Birman vs Siamese vs Somali Special Abilities Comparison

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

Birman vs Siamese vs Somali Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Moderate grooming
Gentle 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, balanced diet Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity Low Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Two to three times a day Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
14-15 years 12-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Birman vs Siamese vs Somali cat?
The Birman cat has an average energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Somali cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
No
Birman 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.
No
Somali cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Birman vs Siamese vs Somali?
High
Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Somalis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Corneal Dermoid
Congenital Hypotrichosis 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Temperate Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High High
Breeding Difficulty Medium Easy Medium

Birman vs Siamese vs Somali Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and quiet meows Very loud and talkative Soft and gentle meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very sociable Good, very social and interactive Good, playful and friendly
Facial Expression Gentle and affectionate Vocal and social Active and playful
Tail Behavior Soft tail movements Vocal and social tail movements Active and playful tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness Low Moderate Moderate
Territoriality Low High Moderate
Independence Low Moderate High
Response To Commands Moderate High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low Moderate High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High High
Curiosity Moderate High High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low Moderate High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Easy Easy
Agility Moderate High High
Travel Compatibility High Low Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Somali are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Birman 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: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Challenging to Train: Somali 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, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
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, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
Affectionate Active Mischievous
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Birman 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.
Somali cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Birman vs Siamese vs Somali?
High: Birman 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.
High: Somali cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Somali cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Somali cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Birman vs Siamese vs Somali?
Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Somali is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Birman or Siamese or Somali?
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.

Birman vs Siamese vs Somali Grooming Comparison

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

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