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Khao Manee vs Turkish Van Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Khao Manee vs Turkish Van" Compare Khao Manee and Turkish Van. Which is better: Khao Manee or Turkish Van?
 
 
 
Name Khao Manee Turkish Van
OriginsThailand flagThailand Turkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank6677
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Khao Plort, Diamond Eye, White Cat of Thailand Turkish Cat, Swimming cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Khao Manee vs Turkish Van cat?
$5000 to $10000 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate 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)

Khao Manee vs Turkish Van Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Khao Manee or Turkish Van cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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, Khao Manee or Turkish Van cat?
Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Khao Manee have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue
Odd 		Gold
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Solid white coat
Some may have faint spots or shading. 		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 Khao Manee and Turkish Van coats?
Short 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 Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Fine Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Moderate Sleep

Khao Manee vs Turkish Van Special Abilities Comparison

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

Khao Manee vs Turkish Van Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Easy to breed, healthy and robust Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high protein High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low 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 Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Khao Manee cats live longer than Turkish Van?
10-12 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Khao Manee vs Turkish Van cat?
The Khao Manee cat has an average energy level.
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Khao Manee or Turkish Van?
No
Khao Manee 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, Khao Manee vs Turkish Van?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Hard

Khao Manee vs Turkish Van Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and affectionate sounds Energetic and loving meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys other pets' company Good, but can be independent
Facial Expression Playful and affectionate Energetic and loving
Tail Behavior Playful and affectionate tail movements Energetic and loving tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Moderate High
Territoriality Moderate High
Independence High High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Khao Manee are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Khao Manee 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, Khao Manee 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, Khao Manee or Turkish Van?
Active Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Khao Manee cats adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Khao Manee vs Turkish Van?
Average to High: Khao Manee cats are highly affectionate cats.
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, Khao Manee or Turkish Van?
The Khao Manee cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Khao Manee or Turkish Van?
Dog-friendly: Khao Manee cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Khao Manee vs Turkish Van?
Outstanding: Khao Manee is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Khao Manee or Turkish Van?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Khao Manee 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, Khao Manee or Turkish Van?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Khao Manee vs Turkish Van Grooming Comparison

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

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