Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese Cat Breed Comparison
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Compare Turkish Angora and Ragdoll. Which is better: Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese?
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Name | Turkish Angora | Ragdoll | Burmese |
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Origins | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Group | Natural | Crossbreed | Natural |
Popularity Rank | 69 | 2 | 21 |
Reviews | 0 | 1 | 0 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? | Ankara | Rag doll | Burmese Cat |
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Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese cat? | $1000 to $2000 | $1200 to $2500 | $1000 to $1500 |
Cost Of Ownership | Moderate | Moderate | Low |
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) American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) | No data available |
Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese 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. | Small The small-sized cats usually weigh 5-11 pounds and are 7-10 inches long from the nose down. |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 pounds | Male: 10 - 20 pounds, Female: 8 - 17 pounds | Male: 8 - 12 pounds, Female: 6 - 10 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. |
Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. |
Semi-cobby This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types. |
Ear Shape |
Large Pointed Wide-set |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Medium Rounded Wide-set |
Eye Color |
Gold Blue | Blue |
Gold Green |
Hair Color and Pattern | All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint; most commonly seen in solid white. |
Colorpoint pattern Base coat is cream or fawn with coloured points on ears, face, paws, and tail Point colours include seal, blue, chocolate, lilac, red, and cream, as well as lynx (tabby) and tortie patterns. |
Blue Sable Champagne Platinum |
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Angora, Ragdoll and Burmese coats? | Long Hair | Semi-long | Short Hair |
Leg Lenght | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Whisker Length | Medium | Long | Medium |
Musculature | Slender | Muscular | Solid |
Head Shape | Triangular | Round | Round |
Toe Count |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
5 front 4 back |
Eye Shape And Orientation | Almond-shaped | Oval | Oval |
Night Vision | |||
Paw Size | Medium | Large | Medium |
Nose Structure | Long and Narrow | Concave | Convex |
Neck Length | Medium | Long | Medium |
Fur Texture |
Silky Long |
Soft Curled |
Short Dense |
Bone Density | Medium | Medium | Medium |
Flexibility | High | Low | High |
Bone Structure |
Slender Fine | Robust | Fine |
Tail Length | Plumed | Plumed | Long and Tapered |
Sleep Patterns | Average |
Active Less Sleep |
Active Less Sleep |
Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese Special Abilities Comparison
Attention Span | Moderate, playful and intelligent | Moderate, gentle and affectionate | Long, highly social and focused |
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Guarding Instinct | High | Low | Low |
Protection Instincts | High | Low | Low |
Climbing Ability | High | Low | Moderate |
Jumping Ability | Excellent | Moderate | Good |
Swimming Ability | Good | Poor | Poor |
Water Affinity | |||
Rescue Capability | Good | Poor | Moderate |
Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese Health Comparison
Litter Size | 1-3 Kittens | 4-6 Kittens | 4-6 Kittens |
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Special Needs |
Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Affectionate High grooming |
Social Affectionate Moderate grooming |
Breeding | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size | Requires grooming knowledge, moderate litter size | Requires experienced breeders, small litter size |
Dietary Preferences | High protein, low fat | Low fat, high fiber | High protein, balanced diet |
Solo Time Tolerance | High | High | High |
Noise Sensitivity | Low | Moderate | Moderate |
Genetic Diversity | High | Low | Low |
Sensitivity To Changes | Medium sensitivity | Medium sensitivity | High sensitivity |
Food Motivation | High | Low | Low |
Feeding Schedule |
Twice a day Morning and Evening | Two or three times a day |
Twice a day Morning and Evening |
Maintenance Level | Low | Low | Moderate |
Exercise Needs | Medium | Low | High |
Life Expectancy
Which will live longer, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | 15-18 years | 12-17 years | 15-16 years |
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese cat? | The Turkish Angora cat has a very high energy level. | The Ragdoll cat has an average energy level. | The Burmese cat has a higher energy level than other cat breeds. |
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | No Turkish Angora cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | No Ragdoll cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction. | Yes Burmese cats do well with allergy sufferers by causing fewer allergic reactions. |
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese? | Low Very healthy cat breed. | Low Very healthy cat breed. | High Burmeses tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. |
Health Problems |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Deafness (particularly in white cats) Ataxia |
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Kidney Disease |
Diabetes Mellitus Hypokalemia Feline Orofacial Pain Syndrome (FOPS) |
Climate | Cold | Temperate | Temperate |
Cold Tolerance | Medium | Medium | High |
Heat Tolerance | Medium | Low | High |
Breeding Difficulty | Hard | Easy | Easy |
Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese Characteristics and Personality Comparison
Common Vocalizations | Graceful and active meows | Soft and infrequent meows | Talkative and loud |
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Interaction With Other Pets | Good, social and friendly | Excellent, very social and gentle | Excellent, very social and affectionate |
Facial Expression | Graceful and active | Docile and affectionate | People-oriented and energetic |
Tail Behavior | Graceful and active tail movements | Docile and affectionate tail movements | Energetic tail movements |
Explorer Instincts | High | Low | Moderate |
Attention Needs | High | Moderate | High |
Protectiveness | High | Low | Low |
Territoriality | High | Low | Low |
Independence | High | Low | Low |
Response To Commands | High | Low | High |
Adaptability To Indoor Life | High | High | High |
Hunting Drive | High | Low | High |
Play Style |
Active Curious Playful |
Playful Gentle Calm |
Active Social Playful |
Escape Tendencies | High | Low | High |
Curiosity | High | Low | High |
Hunting Skills | High ⬆️ | Low ⬇️ | Moderate ⏺️ |
Reaction To Strangers | Friendly | Cautious | Friendly |
Stalking Behavior | High | Low | High |
Aggression Level | Low | Low | Moderate |
Training Difficulty | Moderate | Moderate | Easy |
Agility | High | Low | High |
Travel Compatibility | Low | Medium | High |
Activity | Moderately Active | Low Active | Highly Active |
Compatibility With Other Animals |
Playful Medium |
Low Independent |
High Friendly Tolerant |
Household Noise Tolerance | Medium | Medium | High |
Playfulness | Energetic Explorer. Turkish Angora are extremely playful and energetic. | Balanced Playmate. Ragdoll have a balanced playfulness. | Active Adventurer. Burmese are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions. |
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. | Challenging to Train: Ragdoll cat breeds are more stubborn, independent, and less receptive to training, requiring specialized techniques and more persistence to achieve desired results. | Average Trainability: Burmese 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 Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | 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 Ragdoll or Burmese? | Affectionate | Affectionate | Curious |
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential? | Turkish Angora cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Ragdoll cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Burmese cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese? | High: Turkish Angora cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Ragdoll cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers. | High: Burmese 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 Ragdoll or Burmese? | The Turkish Angora cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Ragdoll cat is a child-friendly breed. | The Burmese cat is a child-friendly breed. |
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | Very dog-friendly: Turkish Angora owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: Ragdoll owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. | Very dog-friendly: Burmese owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog. |
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese? | Outstanding: Turkish Angora is one of the brightest cat breeds. | Average: the Ragdoll cat has an average level of intelligence. | Outstanding: Burmese is one of the brightest cat breeds. |
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. | Lots: this cat breed needs lots of social interaction. |
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. | Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers. | Very: this cat breed gets on very well with strange people. |
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | 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. | Frequent This cat breed meows very often. |
Turkish Angora vs Ragdoll vs Burmese Grooming Comparison
Seasonal Shedding | High | Moderate | Low |
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Grooming Tools Needed |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Comb Deshedding Tool |
Brush Nail Clipper Comb Deshedding Tool |
Dental Care | Low | Low | High |
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Angora coat in good condition. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Ragdoll coat in good condition. | Low Maintenance Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Burmese coat in good condition. |
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Angora or Ragdoll or Burmese? | Moderate This cat breed is of average shedding. | 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. | Minimal This cat breed sheds much less than the average. |
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