Devon Rex vs Persian
Compare Devon Rex and Persian: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Devon Rex
VS
Persian
Comparison Table
Show Differences Only
Characteristic
Devon Rex
Persian
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FIFe Category
4
1
Height
30 – 35 cm
23 – 28 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
3 – 6 kg
Life Expectancy
9 – 15 years
10 – 12 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
2/5
Energy Level
5/5
2/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
2/5
Grooming Needs
1/5
5/5
Shedding
1/5
4/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Devon Rex
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Easy to Train
Persian
Summary
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.
About Persian
The Persian is a calm, people‑oriented pedigree cat with a compact body, flat face, and large eyes. It has a long, dense coat in many colors that needs daily grooming and eye care. Suited to quiet indoor homes, Persians are gentle, quietly affectionate, and form close bonds with their owners.
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