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Oriental vs Turkish Van Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Oriental vs Turkish Van" Compare Oriental and Turkish Van. Which is better: Oriental or Turkish Van?
 
 
 
Name Oriental Turkish Van
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Turkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank1677
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Oriental Shorthair Turkish Cat, Swimming cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Oriental vs Turkish Van cat?
$800 to $1500 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Oriental vs Turkish Van Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Oriental 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, Oriental or Turkish Van cat?
Male: 8 - 12 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 Foreign (Oriental)
Oriental have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 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 All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. 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 Oriental and Turkish Van coats?
Short Hair 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 Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Robust
Tail Length Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Moderate Sleep

Oriental vs Turkish Van Special Abilities Comparison

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

Oriental vs Turkish Van Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
High sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low 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 Oriental cats live longer than Turkish Van?
12-14 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Oriental vs Turkish Van cat?
The Oriental cat has a very high energy level.
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Oriental or Turkish Van?
Yes
Oriental 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, Oriental vs Turkish Van?
High
Orientals tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Hard

Oriental vs Turkish Van Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Loud and talkative Energetic and loving meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, very social and playful Good, but can be independent
Facial Expression Vocal and affectionate Energetic and loving
Tail Behavior Vocal and affectionate tail movements Energetic and loving tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High
Attention Needs High Moderate
Protectiveness Low High
Territoriality Low 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 Low 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. Oriental are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Oriental cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
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, Oriental 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, Oriental or Turkish Van?
Energetic Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Oriental 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: Oriental vs Turkish Van?
High: Oriental 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, Oriental or Turkish Van?
The Oriental cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Oriental or Turkish Van?
Very dog-friendly: Oriental 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, Oriental vs Turkish Van?
Outstanding: Oriental is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Oriental 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, Oriental 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, Oriental or Turkish Van?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Oriental vs Turkish Van Grooming Comparison

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