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Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex" Compare Munchkin and Turkish Angora. Which is better: Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
 
 
 
Name Munchkin Turkish Angora Devon Rex
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Turkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Mutation Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank55697
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sausage Cat Ankara Pixie cat, Alien cat, Poodle cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex cat?
$1000 to $2000 $1000 to $2000 $1200 to $1800
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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.
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Male: 6 - 9 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 8 - 10 pounds, Female: 5 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceWeak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
 Semi-foreign
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Lithe
Devon Rex are very slender and lightweight, often appearing delicate.
Ear Shape Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color All Colors Gold
Blue 		Gold
Blue
Odd
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most commonly seen in solid white. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Munchkin, Turkish Angora and Devon Rex coats?
Long Long Hair Short
Leg Lenght No data available Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Robust Slender Lean
Head Shape Flat-faced Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped Large and Prominent
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Straight Long and Narrow Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Sturdy
Tail Length Short and Stubby Plumed Whip-like
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Average Average

Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex Special Abilities Comparison

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

Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Moderate grooming
Special care for legs 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Requires attention
Breeding Requires genetic management, small to moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low carbs High protein, low fat Balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Three times a day
Maintenance Level Moderate Low Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
10-15 years 15-18 years 10-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex cat?
The Munchkin cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
The Devon Rex cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
No
Munchkin 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.
Yes
Devon Rex cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Devon Rexs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hip Dysplasia
Lordosis
Pectus Excavatum 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Patellar Luxation
Hereditary Myopathy
Climate Temperate Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Hard Medium

Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Playful and gentle meows Graceful and active meows Playful and high-pitched meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, enjoys companionship Good, social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly
Facial Expression Playful and outgoing Graceful and active Mischievous and affectionate
Tail Behavior Playful and outgoing tail movements Graceful and active tail movements Playful and mischievous tail movements
Explorer Instincts Low High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness Low High Low
Territoriality Low High Low
Independence Low High Moderate
Response To Commands Low High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low High High
Play Style Curious
Interactive
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies Low High High
Curiosity Moderate High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior Low High High
Aggression Level Low Low Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility Low High High
Travel Compatibility High Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Munchkin are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Devon Rex are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Munchkin cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
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.
Moderately Trainable: Devon Rex cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Agile Affectionate Highly interactive
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Munchkin 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.
Devon Rex cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex?
High: Munchkin 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.
High: Devon Rex cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
The Munchkin cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Devon Rex cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Very dog-friendly: Munchkin 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.
Very dog-friendly: Devon Rex owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex?
Outstanding: Munchkin is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Devon Rex is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
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, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Munchkin vs Turkish Angora vs Devon Rex Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Munchkin 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.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Devon Rex cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Munchkin or Turkish Angora or Devon Rex?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.

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