Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair)
VS
Somali
Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair) vs Somali
Compare Japanese Bobtail (Long Hair) and Somali 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)
Somali
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
23 – 28 cm
Weight
3 – 5 kg
2 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 15 years
11 – 16 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
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
Somali
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 Somali
The Somali is an athletic, foxlike cat with a silky, low‑shedding ticked coat and plumed tail. Intelligent and playful, it enjoys tricks, climbing, and puzzle toys. Social and people oriented, it needs daily interaction, gentle grooming, and environmental enrichment to stay happy.
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