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Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora" Compare Maine Coon and Turkish Angora. Which is better: Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
 
 
 
Name Maine Coon Turkish Angora
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Turkey flagTurkey
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank469
Reviews10
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Ankara
Price
Which one is cheaper, Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora cat?
$1200 to $2000 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora cat?
Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby pattern. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most commonly seen in solid white.
Coat
What is the difference between Maine Coon and Turkish Angora coats?
Longhair Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium
Musculature Solid Slender
Head Shape Square Triangular
Toe Count Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Square Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Long Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Silky
Long
Bone Density High Medium
Flexibility
Medium
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average

Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora Special Abilities Comparison

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

Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
High grooming 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low fat
Solo Time Tolerance High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity High High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Maine Coon cats live longer than Turkish Angora?
12-15 years 15-18 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora cat?
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
No
Maine Coon cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Turkish Angora cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Hard

Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet chirps and trills Graceful and active meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, social and friendly
Facial Expression Friendly and intelligent Graceful and active
Tail Behavior Gentle swaying tail Graceful and active tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High
Attention Needs Moderate High
Protectiveness High High
Territoriality Moderate High
Independence High High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Average Trainability: Turkish Angora cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
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, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
Adaptable Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Maine Coon cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Turkish Angora cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora?
High: Maine Coon cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Turkish Angora cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Angora owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora?
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Maine Coon vs Turkish Angora Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Maine Coon cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Angora coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Maine Coon or Turkish Angora?
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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