American Bobtail vs Selkirk Rex Longhair
Compare American Bobtail and Selkirk Rex Longhair: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
American Bobtail
VS
Selkirk Rex Longhair
Comparison Table
Show Differences Only
Characteristic
American Bobtail
Selkirk Rex Longhair
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FIFe Category
Not Available
3
Height
23 – 25 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 8 kg
3 – 7 kg
Life Expectancy
13 – 15 years
10 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
Not Available
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
American Bobtail
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Selkirk Rex Longhair
Summary
About American Bobtail
American Bobtails are medium to large, sturdy cats with a natural short tail and wild, bobcat‑like look. Affectionate, social, and “dog‑like,” they enjoy fetch, harness walks, and greeting guests. Intelligent escape artists, they need enrichment, secure housing, and regular grooming.
About Selkirk Rex Longhair
A calm, sociable cat with a sturdy, muscular body and a soft, long coat of loose curls. The Selkirk Rex Longhair often enjoys close contact but also needs daily play and its own places to rest. Its coat requires regular, gentle grooming. Before buying, it is important to review documented health information, particularly any family history of kidney and heart problems, as well as the individual cat’s temperament.
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