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Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair" Compare Ragdoll and Turkish Van. Which is better: Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
 
 
 
Name Ragdoll Turkish Van British Longhair
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Turkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Group Crossbreed Natural Natural
Popularity Rank27736
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Rag doll Turkish Cat, Swimming cat British Longhair Variant, British Semi-Longhair, Longhair British, Britannica (European), Lowlander (United States)
Price
Which one is cheaper, Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair cat?
$1200 to $2500 $800 to $1500 $800 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)
The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 16 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Blue Gold
Blue
Gold
Copper
Hair Color and Pattern Colorpoint pattern
Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail
Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns.
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. Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more.
Coat
What is the difference between Ragdoll, Turkish Van and British Longhair coats?
Semi-long Semi-long Dense, Straight
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular Robust
Head Shape Round Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow Button
Neck Length Long Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled
Fine
Short
Silky
Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
Low
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Robust Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Active
Less Sleep
Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, gentle and affectionate Long, active and intelligent Short to moderate, relaxed and calm
Guarding Instinct Low High Moderate
Protection Instincts Low High Moderate
Climbing Ability Low High Moderate
Jumping Ability Moderate Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Poor Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Poor Good Moderate

Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair Health Comparison

Litter Size 4-6 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming
Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences Low fat, high fiber High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high protein
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Moderate Low Low
Genetic Diversity Low High Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation Low High Moderate
Feeding Schedule Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Low Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
12-17 years 12-17 years 12-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair cat?
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The British Longhair cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
No
Ragdoll 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.
No
British Longhair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Climate Temperate Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Low Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Hard Medium

Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Soft and infrequent meows Energetic and loving meows Quiet and calm meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and gentle Good, but can be independent Moderate, can be reserved
Facial Expression Docile and affectionate Energetic and loving Calm and gentle
Tail Behavior Docile and affectionate tail movements Energetic and loving tail movements Calm tail, rarely flicks
Explorer Instincts Low High Moderate
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness Low High Moderate
Territoriality Low High Moderate
Independence Low High Moderate
Response To Commands Low High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive Low High Moderate
Play Style Playful
Gentle
Calm
Active
Curious
Playful
Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies Low High Moderate
Curiosity Low High Moderate
Hunting Skills Low ⬇️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Cautious Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior Low High Moderate
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility Low High Moderate
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium Low
Activity
Low Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Low
Independent
Playful
Medium
Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. British Longhair are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Challenging to Train: Ragdoll cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired 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.
Difficult to Train: British Longhair 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, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
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, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
Affectionate Agile Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Ragdoll 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.
British Longhair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair?
High: Ragdoll 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.
High: British Longhair cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The British Longhair cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll 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.
Very dog-friendly: British Longhair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair?
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: British Longhair is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Ragdoll vs Turkish Van vs British Longhair Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareLow Low Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Ragdoll or Turkish Van or British Longhair?
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.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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