Thai
Thai
VS
Khao Manee
Khao Manee

Thai vs Khao Manee

Compare Thai and Khao Manee 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
Thai
Khao Manee
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 6 kg
3 – 5 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 18 years
10 – 12 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
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
2/5
Shedding
2/5
2/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics

Thai
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Khao Manee
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train

Summary

About Thai
The Thai is a moderate, old-style Siamese with a muscular medium build, blue eyes, and low-maintenance pointed coat. Social, vocal, and intelligent, it craves daily interaction, play, and climbing. Generally healthy, it may face PRA, HCM, and dental issues, so regular vet care is important.
About Khao Manee
The Khao Manee is an ancient Thai “White Gem” cat with a pure white coat and vivid eyes, often odd‑colored. Medium, athletic and graceful, it is sociable, vocal, intelligent and playful, bonding closely with people. Still rare, breeders emphasize health, hearing tests and diversity.

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