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Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Turkish Angora Ragamuffin Ragdoll
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United States flagUnited States United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Crossbreed Crossbreed
Popularity Rank69572
Reviews001
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Ankara Cherubim Rag doll
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll cat?
$1000 to $2000 $800 to $1500 $1200 to $2500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate 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) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll 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.
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down.
Weight
Which is heavier, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 15 - 20 pounds, Female: 10 - 15 pounds Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Ragamuffin are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set 		Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Gold
Blue 		Blue
Hair Color and Pattern 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. 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.
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Angora, Ragamuffin and Ragdoll coats?
Long Hair Medium-long Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Long
Musculature Slender Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Round Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Large
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Concave Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Long
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Short
Dense 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Low
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll Special Abilities Comparison

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

Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low fat High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high fiber
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Moderate Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
15-18 years 12-16 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll cat?
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
The Ragamuffin cat has an average energy level.
The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
No
Turkish Angora cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragamuffin cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Kidney Disease
Climate Cold Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium Easy

Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Graceful and active meows Quiet and affectionate meows Soft and infrequent meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, social and friendly Excellent, very social and friendly Excellent, very social and gentle
Facial Expression Graceful and active Gentle and affectionate Docile and affectionate
Tail Behavior Graceful and active tail movements Gentle and affectionate tail movements Docile and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low Low
Attention Needs High Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness High Low Low
Territoriality High Low Low
Independence High Low Low
Response To Commands High Low Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Low Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High Low Low
Curiosity High Low Low
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ High ⬆️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Low Low
Aggression Level Low Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility High Low Low
Travel Compatibility Low High Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Ragamuffin are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness.
Trainability
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.
Difficult to Train: Ragamuffin cat breeds are the least responsive, most stubborn, and hardest to train, often requiring professional guidance and extra effort to achieve even basic results.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
Affectionate Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Angora cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragamuffin cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll?
High: Turkish Angora cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragamuffin cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragamuffin cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Angora owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Ragamuffin owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll?
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Ragamuffin is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
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, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Angora or Ragamuffin or Ragdoll?
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.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Turkish Angora vs Ragamuffin vs Ragdoll Grooming Comparison

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

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