Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)
VS
Siberian Forest
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair) vs Siberian Forest
Compare Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair) and Siberian 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 (Short Hair)
Siberian Forest
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
3 – 5 kg
3 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 15 years
11 – 18 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
2/5
4/5
Shedding
2/5
5/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Siberian Forest
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Summary
About Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair)
Japanese Bobtail (Short Hair) cats are medium‑built, athletic, and social, with a unique short pom‑pom tail. Active and intelligent, they enjoy climbing, puzzle toys, and even tricks. Their silky, low‑maintenance coat comes in many colors, with the tri‑color “Mi‑ke” especially valued.
About Siberian Forest
The Siberian Forest cat is a strong, medium‑large Russian breed with a thick triple coat and many colours. Loyal and people‑focused, it is playful, athletic, intelligent and enjoys training and vertical space. Generally robust, it may face HCM or PKD and needs regular grooming and interaction.
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