Burmese vs German Rex
Compare Burmese and German Rex 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
Burmese
German Rex
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 6 kg
2 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 16 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
5/5
3/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
0/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
3/5
Characteristics
Burmese
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
German Rex
Summary
About Burmese
The Burmese is a medium, muscular cat with a short, satin coat in rich solid colors and large golden eyes. Affectionate and people focused, it often follows a favorite person, enjoys play and training, dislikes long solitude, and usually stays lively and social into old age.
About German Rex
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