Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
VS
Norwegian Forest
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair) vs Norwegian Forest
Compare Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair) and Norwegian Forest 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
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Norwegian Forest
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
3 – 5 kg
5 – 10 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Norwegian Forest
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Summary
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.
About Norwegian Forest
The Norwegian Forest cat is a large, muscular Scandinavian breed with a dense, water‑resistant double coat and strong climbing ability. Slow to mature, they are gentle, affectionate, and intelligent, needing vertical space, regular grooming, and play to stay healthy and content.
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