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Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal" Compare Turkish Van and Siamese. Which is better: Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Siamese Bengal
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Thailand flagThailand United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation Crossbreed
Popularity Rank771512
Reviews001
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Siam, Thai Cat Bengal Cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal cat?
$800 to $1500 $600 to $1200 $1800 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) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal 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.
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 Van or Siamese or Bengal?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 11 - 15 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds Male: 10 - 18 pounds, Female: 8 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI No data available Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Foreign (Oriental)
Siamese have a slender, elongated body with a narrow chest and long legs.
 Substantial
Bengal are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		No data available Medium
Rounded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		No data available 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. No data available Spotted or marbled patterns in brown, silver, snow, and blue.
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Van, Siamese and Bengal coats?
Semi-long Short Hair Sleek, Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Long Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular Robust
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 Slanted Oval
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Long and Narrow Concave
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Soft
Curled 		Soft
Curled
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 Average

Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal Special Abilities Comparison

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

Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Vocal
Requires attention 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small to moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small to moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High High
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate Low
Genetic Diversity High Low Moderate
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
High sensitivity
Very high sensitivity
Food Motivation High Moderate High
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Two or three times a day Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Moderate High
Exercise Needs Medium High Low
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
12-17 years 12-15 years 12-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Siamese cat has a very high energy level.
The Bengal cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
No
Turkish Van cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Yes
Siamese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Yes
Bengal cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Bengals 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)
Asthma 		Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Climate Cold Hot Hot
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Heat Tolerance Medium High Low
Breeding Difficulty Hard Easy Medium

Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Very loud and talkative Variety of sounds including chirps and meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, very social and interactive Good, but may be dominant
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Vocal and social Alert and playful
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Vocal and social tail movements Quick tail flicks when excited
Explorer Instincts High High High
Attention Needs Moderate High High
Protectiveness High Moderate High
Territoriality High High High
Independence High Moderate High
Response To Commands High High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High Moderate
Hunting Drive High Moderate High
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High Moderate High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Easy Moderate
Agility High High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Highly Active
Low Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		High
Friendly
Tolerant 		Low
Independent
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium Low
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Siamese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Bengal 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.
Highly Trainable: Siamese cat breeds are the most intelligent, responsive, and eager to learn, making them excellent candidates for training, obedience, and tricks.
Highly Trainable: Bengal 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 Siamese or Bengal?
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 Siamese or Bengal?
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.
Siamese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bengal cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal?
High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Siamese cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Bengal 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 Siamese or Bengal?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Siamese cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Bengal cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Siamese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Bengal owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Van vs Siamese vs Bengal?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Siamese is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Bengal is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
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 Siamese vs Bengal 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
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow High High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Siamese cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Bengal coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Siamese or Bengal?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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