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Ocicat vs Turkish Van Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ocicat vs Turkish Van" Compare Ocicat and Turkish Van. Which is better: Ocicat or Turkish Van?
 
 
 
Name Ocicat Turkish Van
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Turkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Crossbreed Natural
Popularity Rank1777
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Oci Turkish Cat, Swimming cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ocicat vs Turkish Van cat?
$800 to $1200 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Ocicat vs Turkish Van Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Ocicat or Turkish Van cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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, Ocicat or Turkish Van cat?
Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 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-foreign
Ocicat 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 Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Green Gold
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern Spotted coat pattern; colours include tawny, chocolate, cinnamon, blue, lavender, fawn, silver, chocolate silver, cinnamon silver, and blue silver. 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 Ocicat and Turkish Van coats?
Short Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow 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 Moderate Sleep Moderate Sleep

Ocicat vs Turkish Van Special Abilities Comparison

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

Ocicat vs Turkish Van Health Comparison

Litter Size 3-5 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires careful genetic management, moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, raw diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity Moderate High
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Ocicat cats live longer than Turkish Van?
12-14 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ocicat vs Turkish Van cat?
The Ocicat cat has a very high energy level.
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ocicat or Turkish Van?
Yes
Ocicat cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Turkish Van cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Ocicat vs Turkish Van?
High
Ocicats tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Diabetes Mellitus 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Hard

Ocicat vs Turkish Van Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Moderate and varied sounds Energetic and loving meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, playful and social Good, but can be independent
Facial Expression Energetic and friendly Energetic and loving
Tail Behavior Energetic and friendly tail movements Energetic and loving tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High
Attention Needs High Moderate
Protectiveness High High
Territoriality High High
Independence High High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life Moderate High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level High Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Ocicat are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Difficult to Train: Ocicat 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, Ocicat or Turkish Van?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Ocicat or Turkish Van?
Active Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Ocicat 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: Ocicat vs Turkish Van?
High: Ocicat 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, Ocicat or Turkish Van?
The Ocicat cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ocicat or Turkish Van?
Very dog-friendly: Ocicat 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, Ocicat vs Turkish Van?
Outstanding: Ocicat is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ocicat or Turkish Van?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Ocicat or Turkish Van?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Ocicat or Turkish Van?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Ocicat vs Turkish Van Grooming Comparison

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