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Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora" Compare Turkish Van and Turkish Angora. Which is better: Turkish Van or Turkish Angora?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Turkish Angora
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Turkey flagTurkey
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank7769
Reviews10
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Ankara
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora cat?
$800 to $1500 $1000 to $2000
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 Turkish Angora Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora 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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora cat?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 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
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
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. 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 and Turkish Angora coats?
Semi-long Long Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Slender
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 Long and Narrow
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Silky
Long
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Average

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and intelligent Moderate, playful and intelligent
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 Turkish Angora Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, 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 High
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium 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 Turkish Angora?
12-17 years 15-18 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora?
No
Turkish Van 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 Turkish Angora?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Cold Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Hard

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Graceful and active meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, social and friendly
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Graceful and active
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Graceful and active 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 High
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 Moderate
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Medium Low
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.
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.
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 Turkish Angora?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora?
Agile Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Van 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 Turkish Angora?
High: Turkish Van 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 Turkish Angora?
The Turkish Van 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 Turkish Angora?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
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 Turkish Angora?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora?
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 Turkish Angora?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High
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 Turkish Angora?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Angora coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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