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Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau" Compare Turkish Van and Egyptian Mau. Which is better: Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Egyptian Mau
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Egypt flagEgypt
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank7761
Reviews10
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Pharaoh Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau cat?
$800 to $1500 $1000 to $1200
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau cat?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Egyptian Mau have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Green
Hair Color and Pattern 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. Spotted coat pattern; colours include silver, bronze, and smoke.
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Van and Egyptian Mau coats?
Semi-long Short to medium
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid
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 Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Shaggy
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Average

Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and intelligent Long, alert and active
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 Van vs Egyptian Mau Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low fat
Solo Time Tolerance High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low
Genetic Diversity High Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Food Motivation High High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Turkish Van cats live longer than Egyptian Mau?
12-17 years 18-20 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Egyptian Mau cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
No
Turkish Van cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Egyptian Mau cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Asthma
Climate Cold Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium

Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Soft and melodious meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, enjoys company of other pets
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Graceful and alert
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Graceful and alert tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High
Attention Needs Moderate High
Protectiveness High High
Territoriality High High
Independence High High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High Moderate
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Egyptian Mau are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
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.
Challenging to Train: Egyptian Mau 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 Van or Egyptian Mau?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
Agile Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Van cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Egyptian Mau cats don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau?
High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Egyptian Mau cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Egyptian Mau cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Egyptian Mau cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Egyptian Mau's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Turkish Van vs Egyptian Mau Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate 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 Van or Egyptian Mau?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Egyptian Mau coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Egyptian Mau?
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.

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