Balinese
VS
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Balinese vs Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Compare Balinese and Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Balinese
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 28 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
3 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 15 years
9 – 15 years
Child friendly
2/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Balinese
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Summary
About Balinese
The Balinese is a semi‑longhaired Siamese‑type cat with vivid blue eyes, silky low‑shedding coat, and plumed tail. Active, very vocal, and people focused, it thrives on attention, play, training, and vertical space, suiting interactive homes more than quiet, hands‑off households.
About Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Medium, athletic cat with a unique pompom tail and silky semi‑long coat that seldom mats. Outgoing, vocal, and highly intelligent, it craves interaction, play, and puzzle toys. Generally healthy, it has ancient roots in Japanese culture and is often linked with good fortune.
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