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American Wirehair vs Turkish Van Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between American Wirehair vs Turkish Van" Compare American Wirehair and Turkish Van. Which is better: American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
 
 
 
Name American Wirehair Turkish Van
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Turkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank7877
Reviews01
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
No data available Turkish Cat, Swimming cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, American Wirehair vs Turkish Van cat?
$800 to $1200 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Low Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

American Wirehair vs Turkish Van Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, American Wirehair or Turkish Van cat?
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, American Wirehair or Turkish Van cat?
Male: 12 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more. Van pattern: primarily white with coloured markings on the head and tail; colours include red, cream, black, blue, and their respective tabby patterns, as well as tortoiseshell and calico.
Coat
What is the difference between American Wirehair and Turkish Van coats?
Medium Hair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular
Head Shape Round Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Short
Shaggy 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep 		Moderate Sleep

American Wirehair vs Turkish Van Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Short to moderate, adaptable Long, active and intelligent
Guarding Instinct Moderate High
Protection Instincts Moderate High
Climbing Ability Moderate High
Jumping Ability Good Excellent
Swimming Ability Poor Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Moderate Good

American Wirehair vs Turkish Van Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Low maintenance
Rare grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires genetic diversity, moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate
Exercise Needs High Medium
Life Expectancy
Do American Wirehair cats live longer than Turkish Van?
14-18 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, American Wirehair vs Turkish Van cat?
The American Wirehair cat has an average energy level.
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
No
American Wirehair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Turkish Van cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, American Wirehair vs Turkish Van?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Upper Respiratory Infections
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Heartworm 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance High Medium
Heat Tolerance High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Hard

American Wirehair vs Turkish Van Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and calm meows Energetic and loving meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, gets along with other pets Good, but can be independent
Facial Expression Active and curious Energetic and loving
Tail Behavior Quick movements when playing Energetic and loving tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High
Attention Needs Low Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate High
Territoriality Moderate High
Independence Moderate High
Response To Commands Moderate High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive Moderate High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate High
Curiosity Moderate High
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Moderate High
Aggression Level Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate
Agility Moderate High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium
Activity
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. American Wirehair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: American Wirehair cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Difficult to Train: Turkish Van cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
Affectionate Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
American Wirehair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Turkish Van cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: American Wirehair vs Turkish Van?
High: American Wirehair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
The American Wirehair cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
Very dog-friendly: American Wirehair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, American Wirehair vs Turkish Van?
Smart: American Wirehair's has great intelligence.
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

American Wirehair vs Turkish Van Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the American Wirehair coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, American Wirehair or Turkish Van?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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