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Maine Coon vs Turkish Van Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Maine Coon vs Turkish Van" Compare Maine Coon and Turkish Van. Which is better: Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
 
 
 
Name Maine Coon Turkish Van
OriginsUnited States flagUnited States Turkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank477
Reviews10
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Coon Cat, Maine Cat, Maine Shag, Snowshoe Cat, American Longhair, The Gentle Giants Turkish Cat, Swimming cat
Price
Which one is cheaper, Maine Coon vs Turkish Van cat?
$1200 to $2000 $800 to $1500
Cost Of Ownership High Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Maine Coon Breeders and Fanciers Association 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe)

Maine Coon vs Turkish Van Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Maine Coon or Turkish Van cat?
Large
The large-sized cats usually weigh 10-20 pounds and are 10-16 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, Maine Coon or Turkish Van cat?
Male: 15-25 pounds, Female: 8-12 pounds Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds
Bite ForceStrong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Maine Coon are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
 Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
Ear Shape Large
Tufted
Wide-set 		Large
Pointed
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Green 		Gold
Blue
Hair Color and Pattern All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most common is the brown classic tabby 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.
Coat
What is the difference between Maine Coon and Turkish Van coats?
Longhair Semi-long
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Long Medium
Musculature Solid Muscular
Head Shape Square Triangular
Toe Count Polydactyl (extra toes commonly) 5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Square Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Large Medium
Nose Structure Concave Long and Narrow
Neck Length Long Medium
Fur Texture Silky
Long 		Fine
Short
Silky
Bone Density High Medium
Flexibility
Medium
High
Bone Structure Slender
Fine 		Robust
Tail Length Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Calm
More Sleep 		Moderate Sleep

Maine Coon vs Turkish Van Special Abilities Comparison

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

Maine Coon vs Turkish Van Health Comparison

Litter Size 1-3 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
High grooming 		Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation
Breeding Requires grooming knowledge, large litter size Requires careful selection, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, balanced diet
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 Moderate
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Maine Coon cats live longer than Turkish Van?
12-15 years 12-17 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Maine Coon vs Turkish Van cat?
The Maine Coon cat has an average energy level.
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
No
Maine Coon 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, Maine Coon vs Turkish Van?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Hip Dysplasia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia
Climate Temperate Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Easy Hard

Maine Coon vs Turkish Van Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Quiet chirps and trills Energetic and loving meows
Interaction With Other Pets Excellent, very social and friendly Good, but can be independent
Facial Expression Friendly and intelligent Energetic and loving
Tail Behavior Gentle swaying tail Energetic and loving tail movements
Explorer Instincts Moderate High
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate
Protectiveness High High
Territoriality Moderate High
Independence High High
Response To Commands High High
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High High
Play Style Social
Playful
Gentle 		Active
Curious
Playful
Escape Tendencies Moderate High
Curiosity High High
Hunting Skills High ⬆️ Moderate ⏺️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Friendly 😊
Stalking Behavior High High
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Easy Moderate
Agility High High
Travel Compatibility Low Medium
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Maine Coon are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Trainability
Moderately Trainable: Maine Coon cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
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, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
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, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
Adaptable Agile
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Maine Coon 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: Maine Coon vs Turkish Van?
High: Maine Coon 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, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
The Maine Coon cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
Very dog-friendly: Maine Coon owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Maine Coon vs Turkish Van?
Outstanding: Maine Coon is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people.
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Maine Coon 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.

Maine Coon vs Turkish Van Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding High Moderate
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareHigh Low
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Maine Coon 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, Maine Coon or Turkish Van?
High
If you're looking for a cat that won't leave a trail of fur everywhere they go, you might want to rethink your choice of pet.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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