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Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese Cat Breed Comparison

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Name Turkish Angora Siamese Burmese
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey Thailand flagThailand Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Natural
Popularity Rank691521
Reviews000
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Ankara Siam, Thai Cat Burmese Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese cat?
$1000 to $2000 $600 to $1200 $1000 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate Low
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) 		No data available

Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Angora or Siamese or Burmese cat?
Small
The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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, Turkish Angora or Siamese or Burmese?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI No data available Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Semi-cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		No data available Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		No data available Gold
Green
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most commonly seen in solid white. No data available Blue
Sable
Champagne
Platinum
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Angora, Siamese and Burmese coats?
Long Hair Short Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Slender Muscular Solid
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Slanted Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Long and Narrow Convex
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine 		Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Average Average Active
Less Sleep

Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese Special Abilities Comparison

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

Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low fat High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Low Moderate Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium High High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Angora or Siamese or Burmese?
15-18 years 12-15 years 15-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese cat?
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Angora or Siamese or Burmese?
No
Turkish Angora cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma 		Diabetes Mellitus
Hypokalemia
Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS)
Climate Cold Hot Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium High
Heat Tolerance Medium High High
Breeding Difficulty Hard Easy Easy

Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Graceful and active meows Very loud and talkative Talkative and loud
Interaction With Other Pets Good, social and friendly Good, very social and interactive Excellent, very social and affectionate
Facial Expression Graceful and active Vocal and social People-oriented and energetic
Tail Behavior Graceful and active tail movements Vocal and social tail movements Energetic tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs High High High
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High High Low
Independence High Moderate Low
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Moderate High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Low Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Easy
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Low Low High
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium High
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Average Trainability: Burmese 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, Turkish Angora or Siamese or Burmese?
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 Siamese or Burmese?
Affectionate Active Curious
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Angora cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese?
High: Turkish Angora cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Burmese 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 Siamese or Burmese?
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Angora or Siamese or Burmese?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Angora owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese?
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Angora or Siamese or Burmese?
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 Siamese or Burmese?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Angora or Siamese or Burmese?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Turkish Angora vs Siamese vs Burmese Grooming Comparison

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

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