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Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora" Compare Turkish Van and Persian. Which is better: Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Persian Turkish Angora
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Iran flagIran Turkey flagTurkey
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank77569
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi Ankara
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora cat?
$800 to $1500 $1500 to $3000 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		No data available The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora 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.
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 Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 No data available Semi-foreign
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Copper
Blue 		Gold
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. 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). All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most commonly seen in solid white.
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Van, Persian and Turkish Angora coats?
Semi-long Glossy Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular Slender
Head Shape Triangular Flat-faced Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Dense 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep 		Average

Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora Special Abilities Comparison

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

Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
High grooming 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, low fat
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity High Low High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
12-17 years 14-15 years 15-18 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
No
Turkish Van 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.
No
Turkish Angora cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Cold Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium Hard

Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Quiet and sweet meows Graceful and active meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, calm and friendly Good, social and friendly
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Calm and sweet Graceful and active
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements Graceful and active tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low High
Attention Needs Moderate Low High
Protectiveness High Low High
Territoriality High Low High
Independence High Low High
Response To Commands High Low High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High Low High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High Low High
Curiosity High Low High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Low High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Difficult Moderate
Agility High Low High
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.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic.
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: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
Agile Affectionate Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Van cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Turkish Angora cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora?
High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Turkish Angora 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 Persian or Turkish Angora?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs.
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Angora owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Van or Persian or Turkish Angora?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Turkish Van vs Persian vs Turkish Angora Grooming Comparison

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

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