Burmilla vs Devon Rex
Compare Burmilla and Devon Rex: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Burmilla
VS
Devon Rex
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Burmilla
Devon Rex
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FIFe Category
3
4
Height
25 – 30 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
3 – 6 kg
2 – 4 kg
Life Expectancy
10 – 15 years
9 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy Level
5/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
1/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Burmilla
Great with Kids
High Energy
Easy to Train
Devon Rex
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Easy to Train
Summary
About Burmilla
The Burmilla is a medium‑sized, elegant cat with a luminous shaded or tipped silver coat and expressive green eyes. Affectionate, playful yet calm, it is social with children and other pets. Generally healthy with moderate grooming needs, it suits many home types.
About Devon Rex
The Devon Rex is a small, elfin‑looking cat with huge ears and a soft, curly, low‑shedding coat. Highly people‑oriented and playful, it enjoys climbing, interactive games, and close contact. Intelligent and trainable, it needs gentle grooming, regular ear care, and daily mental and physical activity.
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