Savannah vs European

Compare Savannah and European 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

Savannah

European

Breed type

Purebred

Height

35 – 45 cm

25 – 35 cm

Weight

3 – 9 kg

3 – 7 kg

Life expectancy

17 – 20 years

12 – 17 years

Child friendly

4/5

3/5

Energy level

5/5

3/5

Intelligence

5/5

3/5

Trainability

5/5

3/5

Health

3/5

Grooming needs

2/5

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

0/5

3/5

Aggressiveness

0/5

3/5

Characteristics

Savannah

Great with kids

High energy

Super smart

Low grooming

Easy to train

European

Summary

About Savannah

The Savannah is a tall, athletic hybrid cat bred from domestic cats and African servals, with a lean spotted body, large ears, and short coat. Highly intelligent, active, trainable, and vocal, it bonds closely with people and thrives in engaged homes with ample play and enrichment.

About European