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Siamese vs Toybob
A medium, slender, constantly talking pointed cat against a tiny, quiet-voiced, very rare kink-tailed one that is just as clingy.
Verdict
Both cats are devoted and dislike being alone, scoring 1 for independence. The thing that decides it is size and voice. The Siamese is medium, slender and talks constantly. The Toybob is tiny, much quieter and very rare, and it has a short kinked tail. Its small size is a reason for caution with young children. Choose the Siamese for a talkative companion that is easy to find. Choose the Toybob for a small, affectionate cat and be ready to wait for a kitten.
Choose the Siamese if
- You want a talkative cat, with a voice score of 5 against 2.
- You have a larger home and a medium cat of 6-12 lb suits you.
- You want a short coat needing almost no grooming.
- You want a breed that is common and easy to find.
Choose the Toybob if
- You want a tiny cat of about 4-7 lb; it scores 5 for apartments.
- You want a quiet voice with a score of 2.
- You want a short kinked tail and a plush coat, short or long.
- You are willing to wait for a kitten from a very rare breed.
Where they are alike
Both score 4 for energy and 5 for affection, and both are happiest with someone at home. Each is an active, affectionate cat with a CFA championship record.
Side by side
| Siamese | Toybob | |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Shorthair | Shorthair |
| Origin | Thailand (formerly Siam) | Russia |
| Size | Medium | Small |
| Typical weight | 6-12 lb (2.7-5.4 kg); males are larger | About 4-7 lb (1.8-3.2 kg) |
| Lifespan | 12-15 years | Often reported at 14-15 years; little data |
| Coat length | Short | Short |
| Coat | Short, fine, glossy coat that lies close to the body, with no undercoat | Dense, plush coat, in short and long varieties |
| Cat Fanciers' Association | Championship breed since 1906 | Championship breed since 2025 |
| How common | Common | Very rare |
| Affection | 5 | 5 |
| Energy | 4 | 4 |
| Playfulness | 4 | 4 |
| Talkativeness | 5 | 2 |
| Grooming needed | 1 | 2 |
| Shedding | 2 | 2 |
| Good with children | 4 | 4 |
| Good with other pets | 4 | 4 |
| Happy alone | 1 | 1 |
| Trainability | 5 | 4 |
| Suits a small home | 4 | 5 |
| Suits | A person or family at home often who enjoys a cat that talks, follows them about and wants to be involved in everything. | A person or family at home often that wants a tiny, affectionate cat and is willing to wait for a kitten. |
| Less suited to | Anyone out all day, anyone who wants a quiet cat, or a household that cannot give a lot of attention. | A home with small children who may handle a tiny cat roughly, or an owner away for long stretches. |
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Facts come from each breed's profile. Scores run from 1 (low) to 5 (high) and describe a breed in general. Every cat is an individual, so meet the cat before you decide.
Last reviewed November 7, 2026