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Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian" Compare Turkish Van and Russian Blue. Which is better: Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Russian Blue Abyssinian
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Russia flagRussia Ethiopia flagEthiopia
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank771110
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Archangel Blue, Archangel Cat Abys
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian cat?
$800 to $1500 $1000 to $1700 $900 to $1500
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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian 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.
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 Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 15 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 8 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 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
Russian Blue have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Abyssinian have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Green Gold
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. Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen. Ruddy
Red
Blue
Fawn
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Van, Russian Blue and Abyssinian coats?
Semi-long Short Hair Shorthair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Short
Musculature Muscular Lean Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Triangular
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Small and Deep-set 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 		Silky
Long 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Average Active
Less Sleep

Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and intelligent Moderate, shy and observant Long, focused and curious
Guarding Instinct High Moderate Moderate
Protection Instincts High Moderate Moderate
Climbing Ability High Moderate High
Jumping Ability Excellent Good Excellent
Swimming Ability Good Poor Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor Poor

Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 4-6 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Low maintenance
Independent 		Active
Intelligent
Requires mental stimulation
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size Requires experienced breeders, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium High
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity High Low Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate High Low
Exercise Needs Medium Low High
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
12-17 years 10-16 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Russian Blue cat has an average energy level.
The Abyssinian cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
No
Turkish Van cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Russian Blue cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
No
Abyssinian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Abyssinians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
Bladder Stones 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Periodontal Disease
Climate Cold Temperate Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium High
Heat Tolerance Medium Low High
Breeding Difficulty Hard Easy Medium

Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Quiet and shy meows Quiet meows and chirps
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, but can be shy Generally good, enjoys companionship
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Shy and loyal Alert and curious
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Shy and loyal tail movements Flicks tail when excited
Explorer Instincts High Moderate High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate High
Protectiveness High Moderate Moderate
Territoriality High Moderate High
Independence High High High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm 		Active
Curious
Interactive
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low High
Activity
Moderately Active
Low Active
Highly Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Low
Independent 		High
Friendly
Tolerant
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium High
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Russian Blue are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Energetic Explorer. Abyssinian 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.
Average Trainability: Russian Blue cat breeds are less interested in training and obedience, but can still learn basic commands and routines with enough practice and rewards.
Highly Trainable: Abyssinian cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
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 Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
Agile Active Active
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Van cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Russian Blue cats adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Abyssinian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian?
High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
Average: Russian Blue cats are average regarding their affection level.
High: Abyssinian 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 Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Russian Blue cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Abyssinian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Russian Blue cats are average friendly toward dogs.
Dog-friendly: Abyssinian cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Russian Blue cat has an average level of intelligence.
Outstanding: Abyssinian is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Turkish Van vs Russian Blue vs Abyssinian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Low Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Dental CareLow Moderate High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Russian Blue cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Abyssinian coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Russian Blue or Abyssinian?
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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