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Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian" Compare Turkish Van and Khao Manee. Which is better: Turkish Van or Khao Manee or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Khao Manee Persian
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Thailand flagThailand Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank77665
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Khao Plort, Diamond Eye, White Cat of Thailand Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian cat?
$800 to $1500 $5000 to $10000 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) 		No data available

Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Khao Manee or Persian cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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.
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 Khao Manee or Persian?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 7 - 11 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Semi-foreign
Khao Manee have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 No data available
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Blue
Odd 		Copper
Blue
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. Solid white coat
Some may have faint spots or shading. 		Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping).
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Van, Khao Manee and Persian coats?
Semi-long Short Hair Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Solid Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Round Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Fine Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and intelligent Moderate, curious and social Short to moderate, calm and gentle
Guarding Instinct High Moderate Low
Protection Instincts High Moderate Low
Climbing Ability High High Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Moderate
Swimming Ability Good Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Poor

Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Easy to breed, healthy and robust Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet Low fat, high protein High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Low
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Van or Khao Manee or Persian?
12-17 years 10-12 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Khao Manee cat has an average energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Khao Manee or Persian?
No
Turkish Van cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Khao Manee cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians 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)
Deafness 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Cold Temperate Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium Medium

Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Quiet and affectionate sounds Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, enjoys other pets' company Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Playful and affectionate Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Playful and affectionate tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Moderate Low
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate Low
Protectiveness High Moderate Low
Territoriality High Moderate Low
Independence High High Low
Response To Commands High High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Low
Curiosity High High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Difficult
Agility High High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Khao Manee are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
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.
Difficult to Train: Khao Manee 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: Persian 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 Khao Manee or Persian?
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 Van or Khao Manee or Persian?
Agile Active Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Van cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Khao Manee cats adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian?
High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average to High: Khao Manee cats are highly affectionate cats.
High: Persian 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 Khao Manee or Persian?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Khao Manee cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Khao Manee or Persian?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Dog-friendly: Khao Manee cats generally get on well with dogs.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Khao Manee is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Khao Manee or Persian?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
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 Khao Manee or Persian?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively 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 Khao Manee or Persian?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Turkish Van vs Khao Manee vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Low High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Van or Khao Manee or Persian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Khao Manee coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Khao Manee or Persian?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Minimal
This cat breed sheds much less than the average.
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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