Savannah
VS
Norwegian Forest
Savannah vs Norwegian Forest
Compare Savannah 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
Savannah
Norwegian Forest
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
35 – 45 cm
30 – 35 cm
Weight
3 – 9 kg
5 – 10 kg
Life expectancy
17 – 20 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
4/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Savannah
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Norwegian Forest
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
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 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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