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Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora" Compare Siberian and Abyssinian. Which is better: Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
 
 
 
Name Siberian Abyssinian Turkish Angora
OriginsRussia flagRussia Ethiopia flagEthiopia Turkey flagTurkey
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank221069
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Moscow Semi-longhair, Siberian Forest Cat Abys Ankara
Price
Which one is cheaper, Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora cat?
$1200 to $2500 $900 to $1500 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		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)

Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Medium
The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 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, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Male: 15 - 25 pounds, Female: 12 - 15 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Siberian are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-foreign
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn 		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 Siberian, Abyssinian and Turkish Angora coats?
Semi-long Shorthair Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Short Medium
Musculature Robust Lean Slender
Head Shape Round Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Oval Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Concave Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Soft
Curled 		Fine
Short
Silky 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Sturdy Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora Special Abilities Comparison

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

Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs High protein, low fat
Solo Time Tolerance Medium High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity High Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level High Low Low
Exercise Needs Medium High Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
12-15 years 14-15 years 15-18 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora cat?
The Siberian cat has a very high energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Yes
Siberian cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Abyssinian 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, Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Retinal Dysplasia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Cold Hot Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium High Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium High Medium
Breeding Difficulty Medium Medium Hard

Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet and affectionate meows Quiet meows and chirps Graceful and active meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Generally good, enjoys companionship Good, social and friendly
Facial Expression Loyal and affectionate Alert and curious Graceful and active
Tail Behavior Loyal and affectionate tail movements Flicks tail when excited Graceful and active tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness High Moderate High
Territoriality High High High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Interactive 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium High Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium High Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Siberian are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian are extremely playful and energetic.
Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic.
Trainability
Average Trainability: Siberian cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
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, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
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, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Curious Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Siberian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Abyssinian 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: Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora?
High: Siberian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Abyssinian 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, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
The Siberian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Very dog-friendly: Siberian owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Angora owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora?
Outstanding: Siberian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
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.

Siberian vs Abyssinian vs Turkish Angora Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Low High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareModerate High Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siberian cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Angora coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Siberian or Abyssinian or Turkish Angora?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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