Rabbit vs cat vs dog: size comparison
A rabbit is smaller than a cat, while a dog is significantly larger than both. Comparing their measurements helps you visualize the difference in scale between these common pets.
Biggest vs smallest
2.25× the size
dog vs rabbit
- rabbit
- about 15.7 in (40 cm) long and 7.87 in (20 cm) tall · 4.41 lb (2 kg)
- cat
- about 18.1 in (46 cm) long and 9.84 in (25 cm) tall · 9.92 lb (4.5 kg)
- dog
- about 35.4 in (90 cm) long and 23.6 in (60 cm) tall · 66.1 lb (30 kg)
Typical adult or standard sizes; real ones vary.
Questions people ask
- How do the lengths of these animals compare?
- A rabbit is 15.7 in (40 cm) long, a cat is 18.1 in (46 cm) long, and a dog is 35.4 in (90 cm) long.
- What is the height difference between a cat and a dog?
- A cat is 9.84 in (25 cm) tall, while a dog is 23.6 in (60 cm) tall.
- How much do these animals weigh?
- A rabbit weighs 4.41 lb (2 kg), a cat weighs 9.92 lb (4.5 kg), and a dog weighs 66.1 lb (30 kg).