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Turkish Van vs Persian Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Persian" Compare Turkish Van and Persian. Which is better: Turkish Van or Persian?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Persian
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Iran flagIran
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Natural
Popularity Rank775
Reviews10
User Ratings

Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Longhair, Persian Longhair, Shiraz, Shirazi
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Persian cat?
$800 to $1500 $1500 to $3000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate High
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		No data available

Turkish Van vs Persian Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Persian cat?
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.
Weight
Which is heavier, Turkish Van or Persian cat?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Males: 9-13 pounds, Females: 8-12 pounds
Bite ForceAverage Bite Strength: Around 10-15 PSI Weak Bite Strength: Less than or around 10 PSI
Body Type Substantial
Turkish Van are large and heavy-boned with a strong, muscular build.
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Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Small
Rounded
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Copper
Blue
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. 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 Van and Persian coats?
Semi-long Glossy
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Muscular
Head Shape Triangular Flat-faced
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Almond-shaped
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Straight
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Slender
Fine
Tail Length Plumed Plumed
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Turkish Van vs Persian Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and intelligent Short to moderate, calm and gentle
Guarding Instinct High Low
Protection Instincts High Low
Climbing Ability High Low
Jumping Ability Excellent Moderate
Swimming Ability Good Poor
Water Affinity
Rescue Capability Good Poor

Turkish Van vs Persian Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 3-5 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
High grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires grooming knowledge, small litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, wet food
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low Moderate
Genetic Diversity High Low
Sensitivity To Changes
Medium sensitivity
Medium sensitivity
Food Motivation High Low
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 Turkish Van cats live longer than Persian?
12-17 years 14-15 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Persian cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Persian cat has a low energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Persian?
No
Turkish Van 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 Van vs Persian?
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 		Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Climate Cold Temperate
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium

Turkish Van vs Persian Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Quiet and sweet meows
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Calm and sweet
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Calm and sweet tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low
Attention Needs Moderate Low
Protectiveness High Low
Territoriality High Low
Independence High Low
Response To Commands High Low
Adaptability To Indoor Life High High
Hunting Drive High Low
Play Style Active
Curious
Playful 		Playful
Gentle
Calm
Escape Tendencies High Low
Curiosity High Low
Hunting Skills Moderate ⏺️ Low ⬇️
Reaction To Strangers Friendly 😊 Cautious
Stalking Behavior High Low
Aggression Level Moderate Moderate
Training Difficulty Moderate Difficult
Agility High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Low
Activity
Moderately Active
Moderately Active
Compatibility With Other Animals Playful
Medium 		Playful
Medium
Household Noise Tolerance Medium Medium
Playfulness
Active Adventurer. Turkish Van are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
Relaxed Player. Persian are moderately playful but enjoy a relaxed and serene environment.
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.
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 Van 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.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Turkish Van or Persian?
Agile Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Van 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 Van vs Persian?
High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
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 Van or Persian?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Persian cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Persian?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van 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 Van vs Persian?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Average: the Persian cat has an average level of intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Persian?
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, Turkish Van or Persian?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Below average: this cat breed tends to have difficulty getting along with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Van or Persian?
Frequent
This cat breed meows very often.
Low
Low vocalization cats are a category of cats that typically make less noise than other cats.

Turkish Van vs Persian Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate High
Grooming Tools Needed Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool 		Brush
Nail Clipper
Comb
Deshedding Tool
Dental CareLow High
Grooming
Which is easier to groom, Turkish Van or Persian?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
High Maintenance
This cat breed requires more time and effort than other breeds.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Persian?
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.

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