Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Turkish Angora and British Shorthair. Which is better: Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian?
Name | Turkish Angora | British Shorthair | Persian |
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Origins | Turkey | United Kingdom | Iran |
Group | Natural | Natural | Natural |
Popularity Rank | 69 | 3 | 5 |
Reviews | 0 | 0 | 0 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? | Ankara | Highlander, Highland Straight, Britannica | Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi |
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Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian cat? | $1000 to $2000 | $1,500 to $3,000 | $1500 to $3000 |
Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Moderate | High |
Breed Recognition |
The International Cat Association (TICA) Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) |
The International Cat Association (TICA) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) | No data available |
Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian cat? | Small The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 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. | Medium The medium-sized cats usually weigh 10-15 pounds and are 8-11 inches long from the nose down. |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds | Males: 12–18 pounds, Females: 9-15 pounds | Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds |
Bite Force | Average Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI | Strong Bite Strength: Greater than or around 15 PSI | Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI |
Body Type |
Semi-foreign Turkish Angora have a moderate build, more elongated than cobby cats but not as slender as foreign cats. |
Cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. | No data available |
Ear Shape |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Medium Small Rounded |
Eye Color |
Gold Blue |
Gold Copper |
Copper Blue |
Hair Color and Pattern | All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most commonly seen in solid white. | Wide range of colors and patterns, including solid, tabby, bicolor, and more. | Wide variety of coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; common patterns are Himalayan (colorpoint) and chinchilla (silver or golden with black tipping). |
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Angora, British Shorthair and Persian coats? | Long Hair | Short Hair | Glossy |
Leg Lenght | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Whisker Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Musculature | Slender | Muscular | Muscular |
Head Shape | Triangular | Round | Flat-faced |
Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
Eye Shape And Orientation | Almond-shaped | Round | Almond-shaped |
Night Vision | |||
Paw Size | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Nose Structure | Long and Narrow | Button | Straight |
Neck Length | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Fur Texture |
Silky Long |
Soft Curled |
Short Dense |
Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Flexibility | High | High | High |
Bone Structure |
Slender Fine | Robust |
Slender Fine |
Tail Length | Plumed | Long and Tapered | Plumed |
Sleep Patterns | Average |
Active Less Sleep |
Active Less Sleep |
Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison
Attention Span | Moderate, playful and intelligent | Long, enjoys calm activities | Short to moderate, calm and gentle |
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Guarding Instinct | High | High | Low |
Protection Instincts | High | High | Low |
Climbing Ability | High | Moderate | Low |
Jumping Ability | Excellent | Moderate | Moderate |
Swimming Ability | Good | Poor | Poor |
Water Affinity | |||
Rescue Capability | Good | Moderate | Poor |
Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian Health Comparison
Litter Size | 1-3 Kittens | 2-4 Kittens | 3-5 Kittens |
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Special Needs |
Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Low maintenance Independent |
Affectionate High grooming |
Breeding | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size | Easy to breed, large litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size |
Dietary Preferences | High protein, low fat | High protein, wet food | High protein, wet food |
Solo Time Tolerance | High | Medium | Medium |
Noise Sensitivity | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
Genetic Diversity | High | Moderate | Low |
Sensitivity To Changes | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity |
Food Motivation | High | High | Low |
Feeding Schedule |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Maintenance Level | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
Exercise Needs | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | 15-18 years | 12-17 years | 14-15 years |
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian cat? | The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level. | The British Shorthair cat has a lower energy level than other cats. | The Persian cat has a low energy level. |
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | No Turkish Angora cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | No British Shorthair cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | No Persian cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. |
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian? | Low Very healthy cat breed. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | High Persians tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Health Problems |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Deafness (particularly in white cats) Ataxia |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Obesity Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) |
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome |
Climate | Cold | Temperate | Temperate |
Cold Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Heat Tolerance | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Breeding Difficulty | Hard | Easy | Medium |
Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison
Common Vocalizations | Graceful and active meows | Soft and gentle meows | Quiet and sweet meows |
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Interaction With Other Pets | Good, social and friendly | Good, calm and tolerant | Good, calm and friendly |
Facial Expression | Graceful and active | Calm and easygoing | Calm and sweet |
Tail Behavior | Graceful and active tail movements | Gentle swaying when calm | Calm and sweet tail movements |
Explorer Instincts | High | Moderate | Low |
Attention Needs | High | Low | Low |
Protectiveness | High | High | Low |
Territoriality | High | High | Low |
Independence | High | High | Low |
Response To Commands | High | Moderate | Low |
Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
Hunting Drive | High | Moderate | Low |
Play Style |
Active Curious Playful |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Escape Tendencies | High | Low | Low |
Curiosity | High | Moderate | Low |
Hunting Skills | High ⬆️ | Moderate ⏺️ | Low ⬇️ |
Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Cautious | Cautious |
Stalking Behavior | High | Moderate | Low |
Aggression Level | Low | Low | Moderate |
Training Difficulty | Moderate | Moderate | Difficult |
Agility | High | Moderate | Low |
Travel Compatibility | Low | Medium | 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 | Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic. | Balanced Playmate. British Shorthair have a balanced playfulness. | Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment. |
Trainability | 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. | Moderately Trainable: British Shorthair 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: Persian cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results. |
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | No This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds. | Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap. | Yes This cat loves to sit on his owner's lap. |
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | Affectionate | Affectionate | Affectionate |
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Turkish Angora cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | British Shorthair cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Persian cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian? | High: Turkish Angora cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | Average to High: British Shorthair cats are highly affectionate cats. | High: Persian cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. |
Child Friendly
Which cat is more kid-friendly, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed. | The British Shorthair cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed. |
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | Very dog-friendly: Turkish Angora owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: British Shorthair owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Not dog-friendly: Persian cannot live with dogs. |
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian? | Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Average: the British Shorthair cat has an average level of intelligence. | Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence. |
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. | 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, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. | Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers. | Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers. |
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | 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. | Low Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats. |
Turkish Angora vs British Shorthair vs Persian Grooming Comparison
Seasonal Shedding | High | Moderate | High |
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Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Dental Care | Low | High | High |
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Angora coat in good condition. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the British Shorthair coat in good condition. | High Maintenance This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds. |
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Angora or British Shorthair or Persian? | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. | 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. |
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