Thai vs Korat
Same fields, side by side: weight, lifespan, grooming load, energy and known health risks.
| Thai | Korat | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 7–12 lb (3.2–5.4 kg) | 6–10 lb (2.7–4.5 kg) |
| Length | body 15–18 in (38–46 cm), tail 11–13 in | 14–16 in (36–41 cm) nose to tail base |
| Lifespan | 15–20 years, some into their early 20s | 12–15 years |
| Typical price | $600–$1,500 in the US; in China ¥3,000–10,000 | $500–$1,000 (scarce outside Thailand) |
| Grooming | ●○○○○ | ●●○○○ |
| Shedding | ●●○○○ | ●●○○○ |
| Energy | ●●●●○ | ●●●○○ |
| Affection | ●●●●● | ●●●●○ |
| Vocalness | ●●●●● | ●●○○○ |
| Independence | ●●○○○ | ●●●○○ |
What the numbers say
- Grooming load: Thai is lower than Korat.
- Energy: Thai is higher than Korat.
- Vocalness: Korat is lower than Thai.
- Affection: Thai is higher than Korat.