Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Birman and Burmilla. Which is better: Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van?
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| Name | Birman | Burmilla | Turkish Van |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origins |  France |  United Kingdom |  Turkey United Kingdom |
| Group | Crossbreed | Crossbreed | Natural |
| Popularity Rank | 19 | 72 | 77 |
| Reviews | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| User Ratings |
| Other Names
What other names do they have? | Sacred Birman, Sacred Cat Of Burma | Asian Burmilla | Turkish Cat, Swimming cat |
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| Price
Which one is cheaper, Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van cat? | $700 to $1500 | $800 to $1200 | $800 to $1500 |
| Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Breed Recognition |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) |
Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
| Size
Which is bigger, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van cat? | 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. | Large The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 inches long from the nose down. |
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| Weight
Which is heavier, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Male: 9 - 15 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 pounds | Male: 7 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 11 pounds | Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds |
| Bite Force | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI | Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI |
| Body Type |
Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. |
Semi-foreign Burmilla have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats. |
Substantial Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build. |
| Ear Shape |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Pointed Medium Wide-set |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
| Eye Color | Blue | Green |
Gold Blue |
| Hair Color and Pattern |
Red Blue Seal Chocolate Lilac Cream | Wide range of colors in shaded or tipped patterns, including black, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream. | 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. |
| Coat
What is the difference between Birman, Burmilla and Turkish Van coats? | Long Hair |
Short Hair Long Hair | Semi-long |
| Leg Lenght | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Whisker Length | Long | Medium | Medium |
| Musculature | Solid | Lean | Muscular |
| Head Shape | Round | Round | Triangular |
| Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
| Eye Shape And Orientation | Round | Round | Almond-shaped |
| Night Vision | |||
| Paw Size | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Nose Structure | Concave | Straight | Long and Narrow |
| Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Fur Texture |
Short Dense |
Silky Long |
Fine Short Silky |
| Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Flexibility | Medium | High | High |
| Bone Structure | Sturdy | Sturdy | Robust |
| Tail Length | Plumed | Long and Tapered | Plumed |
| Sleep Patterns |
Calm More Sleep | Moderate Sleep | Moderate Sleep |
Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van Special Abilities Comparison
| Attention Span | Moderate, enjoys companionship | Moderate, playful and curious | Long, active and intelligent |
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| Guarding Instinct | Low | Moderate | High |
| Protection Instincts | Low | Moderate | High |
| Climbing Ability | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Jumping Ability | Good | Moderate | Excellent |
| Swimming Ability | Poor | Poor | Good |
| Water Affinity | |||
| Rescue Capability | Moderate | Poor | Good |
Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van Health Comparison
| Litter Size | 4-6 Kittens | 2-4 Kittens | 2-4 Kittens |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Needs |
Social Moderate grooming Gentle |
Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Active Intelligent Requires stimulation |
| Breeding | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size | Requires careful selection, moderate litter size | Requires careful selection, moderate litter size |
| Dietary Preferences | Balanced diet | High protein, wet food | High protein, balanced diet |
| Solo Time Tolerance | Medium | Medium | High |
| Noise Sensitivity | Moderate | Low | Low |
| Genetic Diversity | Low | Moderate | High |
| Sensitivity To Changes | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity |
| Food Motivation | Low | Moderate | High |
| Feeding Schedule | Two to three times a day |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate | High | Moderate |
| Exercise Needs | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | 14-15 years | 10-15 years | 12-17 years |
| Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van cat? | The Birman cat has an average energy level. | The Burmilla cat has an average energy level. | The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level. |
| Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | No Birman cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | No Burmilla cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | No Turkish Van cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. |
| Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van? | High Birmans tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | Low Very healthy cat breed. |
| Health Problems |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Corneal Dermoid Congenital Hypotrichosis |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Retinal Dysplasia |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Deafness (particularly in white cats) Ataxia |
| Climate | Temperate | Temperate | Cold |
| Cold Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Heat Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Breeding Difficulty | Medium | Medium | Hard |
Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van Characteristics and Personality Comparison
| Common Vocalizations | Soft and quiet meows | Quiet and soft meows | Energetic and loving meows |
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| Interaction With Other Pets | Excellent, very sociable | Good, friendly and playful | Good, but can be independent |
| Facial Expression | Gentle and affectionate | Playful and affectionate | Energetic and loving |
| Tail Behavior | Soft tail movements | Playful tail swishes | Energetic and loving tail movements |
| Explorer Instincts | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Attention Needs | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Protectiveness | Low | Moderate | High |
| Territoriality | Low | Moderate | High |
| Independence | Low | Moderate | High |
| Response To Commands | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
| Hunting Drive | Low | Moderate | High |
| Play Style |
Social Playful Gentle |
Social Playful Gentle |
Active Curious Playful |
| Escape Tendencies | Low | Moderate | High |
| Curiosity | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Hunting Skills | Low ⬇️ | High ⬆️ | Moderate ⏺️ |
| Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Friendly | Friendly |
| Stalking Behavior | Low | Moderate | High |
| Aggression Level | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Training Difficulty | Easy | Moderate | Moderate |
| Agility | Moderate | Moderate | High |
| Travel Compatibility | High | Medium | Medium |
| Activity | Moderately Active | Moderately Active | Moderately Active |
| Compatibility With Other Animals |
Playful Medium |
Playful Medium |
Playful Medium |
| Household Noise Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Playfulness | Balanced Playmate. Birman have a balanced playfulness. | Active Adventurer. Burmilla are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. | Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. |
| Trainability | Moderately Trainable: Birman cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts. | Challenging to Train: Burmilla cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results. | 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. |
| Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap. | 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, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Affectionate | Easy Going | Agile |
| Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Birman cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Burmilla cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Turkish Van cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van? | High: Birman cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Burmilla cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. |
| Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | The Birman cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Burmilla cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed. |
| Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Very dog-friendly: Birman owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Dog-friendly: Burmilla cats generally get on well with dogs. | Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. |
| Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van? | Average: the Birman cat has an average level of intelligence. | Average: the Burmilla cat has an average level of intelligence. | Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds. |
| Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats. | Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats. | Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively 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, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats. | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. |
Birman vs Burmilla vs Turkish Van Grooming Comparison
| Seasonal Shedding | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
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| Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
| Dental Care | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
| Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Birman cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. | Moderate Maintenance Grooming your Burmilla cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition. |
| Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Birman or Burmilla or Turkish Van? | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. |
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