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Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Nebelung Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Nebelung" Compare Turkish Van and Turkish Angora. Which is better: Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Turkish Angora Nebelung
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Turkey flagTurkey United States flagUnited States
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural Natural
Popularity Rank776940
Reviews101
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Ankara Longhaired Russian Blue
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Nebelung cat?
$800 to $1500 $1000 to $2000 $600 to $1200
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)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

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

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung 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.
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 Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds Male: 10 - 14 pounds, Female: 7 - 9 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Average 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.
 Semi-foreign
Nebelung 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 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Gold
Blue 		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. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most commonly seen in solid white. Solid blue-grey coat with a silvery sheen.
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Van, Turkish Angora and Nebelung coats?
Semi-long Long Hair Long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Slender Lean
Head Shape Triangular Triangular Oval
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 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 		Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Average Moderate Sleep

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Nebelung Special Abilities Comparison

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

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Nebelung Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 1-3 Kittens 4-6 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size Requires experienced breeders, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low fat High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Low High
Genetic Diversity High High Moderate
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 High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
12-17 years 15-18 years 11-16 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Nebelung cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level.
The Nebelung cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
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
Nebelung 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 Nebelung?
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 		Periodontal Disease
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Obesity
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 Nebelung Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Graceful and active meows Quiet and shy meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, social and friendly Good, gentle and social
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Graceful and active Shy and gentle
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Graceful and active tail movements Shy and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts High High Moderate
Attention Needs Moderate High Moderate
Protectiveness High High Moderate
Territoriality High High Moderate
Independence High High Moderate
Response To Commands High High Moderate
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High High
Hunting Drive High High Moderate
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High High Moderate
Curiosity High High Moderate
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High High Moderate
Aggression Level Moderate Low Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate Moderate
Agility High High Moderate
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. Nebelung 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.
Average Trainability: Nebelung 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 or Nebelung?
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 Nebelung?
Agile Affectionate Gentle
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.
Nebelung 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 vs Nebelung?
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.
High: Nebelung 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 or Nebelung?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Nebelung cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
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: Nebelung cats generally get on well with dogs.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Nebelung?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Nebelung is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
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 Nebelung?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Moderate
Usually, they just meow for a reason when they need something.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Turkish Van vs Turkish Angora vs Nebelung Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow Low Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
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.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Nebelung cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Turkish Angora or Nebelung?
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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