Norwegian Forest vs Russian Blue vs Siberian Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Siberian

5/6

categories

Best for Families

🤝 Tie

Best for Apartments

🤝 Tie

Easiest Grooming

Norwegian Forest

Moderate

Longest Lifespan

🤝 Tie

Easiest to Train

Siberian

5/5 · Easy

Most Active

Siberian

5/5 · Active

4/6

67%

Norwegian Forest

3/6

50%

Russian Blue

5/6

83%

Siberian

👑 Winner

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Basic Info

Origin
Norway
Russia
Russia
Popularity
#14
#11
#22
Other Names
Skogkatt, Skaukatt, Norsk Skogkatt, Norsk Skaukatt, Weegie
Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat
Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat
Price
$900 to $1500
$1000 to $1700
$1200 to $2500
Breed Recognition
Norwegian Forest Cat ClubNorwegian Forest Cat Fanciers' Association
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)
Cost Of Ownership
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Size
Large
Medium
Large
Coat
Long Hair
Short Hair
Semi-long
Weight
Male: 5.4-7.3 kg, Female: 4.1-5.4 kg
Male: 4.5-6.8 kg, Female: 3.2-5.4 kg
Male: 6.8-11.3 kg, Female: 5.4-6.8 kg
Eye Color
GoldGreen
Green
GoldGreen
Hair Color and Pattern
All coat colours and patterns, except colorpoint, chocolate, and lilac; most commonly seen in tabby patterns.
Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen.
All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Bite Force
Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Ear Shape
LargeTuftedPointedWide-set
LargePointedWide-set
LargePointedWide-setTufted
Leg Lenght
Large
Medium
Medium
Body Type
Substantial
Semi-foreign
Substantial
Tail Length
Plumed
Long and Tapered
Plumed
Head Shape
Triangular
Triangular
Round
Eye Shape And Orientation
Almond-shaped
Small and Deep-set
Oval
Nose Structure
Straight
Straight
Concave
Fur Texture
LongSilky
LongSilky
SoftCurled
Bone Structure
Robust
SlenderFine
Sturdy
Musculature
Muscular
Lean
Robust
Paw Size
Medium
Medium
Medium
Neck Length
Medium
Medium
Medium
Bone Density
Medium
Medium
Medium
Flexibility
5/5
5/5
5/5
Whisker Length
Medium
Medium
Medium
Toe Count
5 front4 back
5 front4 back
5 front4 back
Night Vision
5/5
5/5
5/5
Sleep Patterns
ActiveLess Sleep
Average
CalmMore Sleep
Jumping Ability
Good
Good
Good
Swimming Ability
Good
Poor
Good
Rescue Capability
Good
Poor
Good
Guarding Instinct
High
Moderate
High
Climbing Ability
High
Moderate
High
Protection Instincts
High
Moderate
High
Water Affinity
3/5
2/5
3/5
Attention Span
Long, independent and active
Moderate, shy and observant
Long, loyal and affectionate
Life Expectancy
12-16 years
10-16 years
12-15 years
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
5/5
Common Health Issues
High
Low
Low
Hypoallergenic
No
Yes
Yes
Health Problems
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Glycogen Storage Disease IVHip Dysplasia
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Bladder StonesObesity
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Retinal Dysplasia
Litter Size
2-4 Kittens
4-6 Kittens
2-4 Kittens
Exercise Needs
Medium
Low
Medium
Heat Tolerance
Medium
Low
Medium
Cold Tolerance
Medium
Medium
Medium
Climate
Cold
Temperate
Cold
Breeding Difficulty
Medium
Easy
Medium
Sensitivity To Changes
3/5
3/5
3/5
Feeding Schedule
Three times a dayMorning, Afternoon, and Evening
Twice a dayMorning and Evening
Twice a dayMorning and Evening
Maintenance Level
Moderate
High
High
Dietary Preferences
High protein, low carbs
High protein, wet food
High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance
High
Medium
Medium
Noise Sensitivity
Moderate
Low
Low
Genetic Diversity
High
Low
High
Food Motivation
High
Moderate
High
Special Needs
High groomingActive
Low maintenanceIndependent
High groomingAffectionate
Breeding
Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size
Lap Cat
No
Yes
Yes
Temperament
Sweet
Active
Curious
Adaptability
5/5
3/5
5/5
Affection Level
5/5
3/5
5/5
Child Friendly
4/5
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
3/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
3/5
3/5
Vocalization
Moderate
Low
Low
Trainability
3/5
3/5
3/5
Playfulness
3/5
4/5
4/5
Activity
3/5
2/5
3/5
Compatibility With Other Animals
MediumPlayful
LowIndependent
MediumPlayful
Household Noise Tolerance
Medium
Medium
Medium
Travel Compatibility
Low
Low
Medium
Hunting Skills
Moderate
Moderate
High
Aggression Level
Low
Moderate
Moderate
Explorer Instincts
High
Moderate
High
Territoriality
High
Moderate
High
Adaptability To Indoor Life
High
High
High
Play Style
ActivePlayfulCurious
PlayfulGentleCalm
ActivePlayfulCurious
Curiosity
High
High
High
Stalking Behavior
High
High
High
Agility
High
High
High
Protectiveness
High
Moderate
High
Response To Commands
High
High
High
Hunting Drive
High
High
High
Escape Tendencies
High
High
High
Reaction To Strangers
Friendly
Cautious
Friendly
Training Difficulty
Moderate
Easy
Moderate
Attention Needs
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Independence
High
High
High
Facial Expression
Independent and alert
Shy and loyal
Loyal and affectionate
Tail Behavior
Independent and alert tail movements
Shy and loyal tail movements
Loyal and affectionate tail movements
Common Vocalizations
Quiet and infrequent meows
Quiet and shy meows
Quiet and affectionate meows
Interaction With Other Pets
Good, adaptable and friendly
Good, but can be shy
Excellent, very social and friendly
Grooming
Moderate Maintenance
Moderate Maintenance
Moderate Maintenance
Shedding
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Dental Care
Moderate
Moderate
Moderate
Seasonal Shedding
High
Low
High
Grooming Tools Needed
BrushCombDeshedding Tool
BrushCombNail ClipperDeshedding Tool
BrushCombNail Clipper
Winner / Best value

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