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Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee" Compare Turkish Van and Turkish Angora. Which is better: Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Turkish Angora Khao Manee
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Turkey flagTurkey Thailand flagThailand
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank776966
Reviews100
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Ankara Khao Plort, Diamond Eye, White Cat of Thailand
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee cat?
$800 to $1500 $1000 to $2000 $5000 to $10000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate 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) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee 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.
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 or Khao Manee?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 7 - 11 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
Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats.
 Semi-foreign
Khao Manee 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 		Pointed
Medium
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Gold
Blue 		Blue
Odd
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. Solid white coat
Some may have faint spots or shading.
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Van, Turkish Angora and Khao Manee coats?
Semi-long Long Hair Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Slender Solid
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Silky
Long 		Soft
Curled
Bone Density Medium Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine 		Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Average Moderate Sleep

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee Special Abilities Comparison

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

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Social
Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Easy to breed, healthy and robust
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low fat Low fat, high protein
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low Low
Genetic Diversity High High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High High Moderate
Feeding Schedule Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening 		Twice a day
Morning and Evening
Maintenance Level Moderate Low Low
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
12-17 years 15-18 years 10-12 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
The Khao Manee cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
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.
No
Khao Manee 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 vs Khao Manee?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
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 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness
Climate Cold Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Hard Medium

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Graceful and active meows Quiet and affectionate sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, social and friendly Good, enjoys other pets' company
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Graceful and active Playful and affectionate
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Graceful and active tail movements Playful and affectionate tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness High High Moderate
Territoriality High High Moderate
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 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Social
Playful
Escape Tendencies High High High
Curiosity High High High
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High High
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Easy
Agility High High 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.
Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic.
Active Adventurer. Khao Manee 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.
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.
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.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
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.
Yes
This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
Agile Affectionate Active
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.
Khao Manee cats adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee?
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.
Average to High: Khao Manee cats are highly affectionate cats.
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Khao Manee cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
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.
Dog-friendly: Khao Manee cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Khao Manee is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
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 Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Khao Manee Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High Low
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low Moderate
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
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.
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Khao Manee coat in good condition.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Khao Manee?
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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