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Khao Manee vs Javanese or Colorpoint Longhair

Khao Manee vs Javanese Or Colorpoint Longhair

A close up of a pure white Khao Manee cats face with captivating odd eyes one blue and one green
Khao Manee

Playful, Curious, Vocal

A close up of a fluffy cat with light fur darker gray facial markings and striking bright blue eyes
Javanese or Colorpoint Longhair

Playful, Curious, Affectionate

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Characteristics

Temperament with Kids

Aggressive

Friendly

Playfulness

Silent

Very Playful

Friendliness

Not Friendly

Super Friendly

Shedding amount

Negligible

Frequent

Compatibility with other cats

Not Friendly

Super Friendly

Prey Drive

Low

High

Need for attention

Independent

Very Needy

Temperament with Kids

Aggressive

Friendly

Playfulness

Silent

Very Playful

Friendliness

Not Friendly

Super Friendly

Shedding amount

Negligible

Frequent

Compatibility with other cats

Not Friendly

Super Friendly

Prey Drive

Low

High

Need for attention

Independent

Very Needy

Basic Information

Avg Monthly Expenses

₹ 2,800

Basic

₹ 10,500

Premium

Life Expectancy

12 - 15 years

Size

Medium

Suitable Climate

20º - 30º celsius

Ideal Space

Apartment

Exercise Required

30 - 60 minutes a day

Shedding Level

Low Shedding

Cost to buy

₹ 30,000 - ₹ 70,000

Avg Monthly Expenses

₹ 2,800

Basic

₹ 4,200

Premium

Life Expectancy

12 - 16 years

Size

Medium

Suitable Climate

18º - 25º celsius

Ideal Space

Apartment

Exercise Required

30 - 60 minutes a day

Shedding Level

High Shedding

Cost to buy

₹ 20,000 - ₹ 50,000

Overall Summary

Pros

  • Highly affectionate & friendly.

  • Playful & active.

  • Unique & beautiful.

Cons

  • Can be quite vocal.

  • Plenty of interaction & stimulation.

  • Higher prey drive.

Pros

  • Affectionate & loving.

  • Playful & curious

  • Long lifespan.

Cons

  • Can be very vocal.

  • Requires lots of attention.

  • Susceptible to dental issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do some Khao Manee have different colored eyes?

They possess an inherited disorder termed heterochromia. It’s rare and highly prized.

Are white cats like the Khao Manee more likely to be deaf?

Yes, especially blue-eyed or odd-eyed individuals. Hearing tests are recommended.

How rare is the Khao Manee breed?

Very rare. They were exclusive to Thailand until 1999 and are still uncommon globally.

What kind of personality does the Khao Manee have?

They are talkative, playful, smart, and love human interaction. They hate being left alone.

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