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Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van" Compare Turkish Angora and Turkish Van. Which is better: Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Angora Turkish Van
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey Turkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank6977
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Ankara Turkish Cat, Swimming cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van cat?
$1000 to $2000 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership 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)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Angora 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, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van cat?
Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Semi-foreign
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Gold
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most commonly seen in solid white. 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 Turkish Angora and Turkish Van coats?
Long Hair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Slender 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 Long and Narrow Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Average Moderate Sleep

Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Moderate, playful and intelligent Long, active and intelligent
Guarding Instinct High High
Protection Instincts High High
Climbing Ability High High
Jumping Ability Excellent Excellent
Swimming Ability Good Good
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Good

Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, low fat High protein, balanced diet
Solo Time Tolerance High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity High High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High 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 Turkish Angora cats live longer than Turkish Van?
15-18 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van cat?
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
No
Turkish Angora 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.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Cold Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Hard

Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Graceful and active meows Energetic and loving meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, social and friendly Good, but can be independent
Facial Expression Graceful and active Energetic and loving
Tail Behavior Graceful and active tail movements Energetic and loving tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High
Attention Needs High Moderate
Protectiveness High High
Territoriality High High
Independence High High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van 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.
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, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
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, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
Affectionate Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Angora 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: Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van?
High: Turkish Angora 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, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Angora 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, Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van?
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Angora 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, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Turkish Angora vs Turkish Van Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Angora coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Angora or Turkish Van?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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