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Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold Cat Breed Comparison

"Find similarities and differences between Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold" Compare Turkish Van and Scottish Fold. Which is better: Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
 
 
 
Name Turkish Van Scottish Fold
OriginsTurkey flagTurkey United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Cat Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group Natural Mutation
Popularity Rank778
Reviews02
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Turkish Cat, Swimming cat Scot Fold
Price
Which one is cheaper, Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold cat?
$800 to $1500 $1000 to $2000
Cost Of Ownership Moderate Moderate
Breed Recognition The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
Fédération Internationale Féline (FIFe) 		The International Cat Association (TICA)
Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA)

Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold Size, Appearance and Physical Traits Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold 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 Scottish Fold cat?
Male: 9 - 20 pounds, Female: 7 - 12 pounds Male: 9 - 13 pounds, Female: 6 - 9 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.
 Cobby
This body type is a mix between the cobby and foreign types.
Ear Shape Large
Pointed
Wide-set 		Medium
Folded
Wide-set
Eye Color Gold
Blue 		Gold
Copper
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. All coat colours and patterns, including solid, tabby, tortoiseshell, bicolor, tricolor, and colorpoint.
Coat
What is the difference between Turkish Van and Scottish Fold coats?
Semi-long Short Hair
Leg Lenght Medium Medium
Whisker Length Medium Medium
Musculature Muscular Lean
Head Shape Triangular Round
Toe Count 5 front
4 back 		5 front
4 back
Eye Shape And Orientation Almond-shaped Round
Night Vision
Paw Size Medium Medium
Nose Structure Long and Narrow Button
Neck Length Medium Medium
Fur Texture Fine
Short
Silky 		Short
Dense
Bone Density Medium Medium
Flexibility
High
High
Bone Structure Robust Heavy
Tail Length Plumed Long and Tapered
Sleep Patterns Moderate Sleep Active
Less Sleep

Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold Special Abilities Comparison

Attention Span Long, active and intelligent Short to moderate, gentle and calm
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 Scottish Fold Health Comparison

Litter Size 2-4 Kittens 2-4 Kittens
Special Needs Active
Intelligent
Requires stimulation 		Affectionate
Moderate grooming
Breeding Requires careful selection, moderate litter size Requires genetic management, moderate litter size
Dietary Preferences High protein, balanced diet High protein, low carbs
Solo Time Tolerance High Medium
Noise Sensitivity Low High
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 High
Exercise Needs Medium Medium
Life Expectancy
Do Turkish Van cats live longer than Scottish Fold?
12-17 years 11-14 years
Energy Level
Which is more energetic, Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold cat?
The Turkish Van cat has a very high energy level.
The Scottish Fold cat has an average energy level.
Hypoallergenic
Which cat is hypoallergenic, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
No
Turkish Van cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
No
Scottish Fold cats don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing an allergic reaction.
Common Health Issues
Which cat is healthier, Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold?
Low
Very healthy cat breed.
High
Scottish Folds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Deafness (particularly in white cats)
Ataxia 		Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Arthritis
Osteochondrodysplasia (OCD)
Climate Cold Cold
Cold Tolerance Medium Medium
Heat Tolerance Medium Medium
Breeding Difficulty Hard Medium

Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold Characteristics and Personality Comparison

Common Vocalizations Energetic and loving meows Quiet and gentle sounds
Interaction With Other Pets Good, but can be independent Good, calm and friendly
Facial Expression Energetic and loving Sweet and gentle
Tail Behavior Energetic and loving tail movements Sweet and gentle tail movements
Explorer Instincts High Low
Attention Needs Moderate Moderate
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 Low
Training Difficulty Moderate Moderate
Agility High Low
Travel Compatibility Medium Medium
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.
Active Adventurer. Scottish Fold are quite playful and enjoy frequent play sessions.
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.
Moderately Trainable: Scottish Fold cat breeds require more patience, repetition, and reinforcement to learn new commands and behaviors, but can still be trained successfully with consistent efforts.
Lap Cat
Which cat is lap type, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
No
This cat sits on its owner's lap less than other breeds.
Temperament
Which one has a better personality, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
Agile Affectionate
Adaptability
Which cat has a higher adaptability potential?
Turkish Van cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Scottish Fold cats adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate cat breed: Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold?
High: Turkish Van cats are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate cats toward their handlers.
High: Scottish Fold 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 Scottish Fold?
The Turkish Van cat is a child-friendly breed.
The Scottish Fold cat is a child-friendly breed.
Dog Friendly
Which cat is more dog-friendly, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
Very dog-friendly: Turkish Van owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Very dog-friendly: Scottish Fold owners often find that their cats get along very well with the family dog.
Intelligence
Which cat is smarter, Turkish Van vs Scottish Fold?
Outstanding: Turkish Van is one of the brightest cat breeds.
Smart: Scottish Fold's has great intelligence.
Social Needs
Which cat is more social, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
Above-average: they need more social interaction than average cats.
Average: they need as much social interaction as the average cat.
Stranger Friendly
Which cat is more stranger friendly, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
Above-average: this cat breed gets on well with strangers.
Average: this cat breed gets on relatively well with strangers.
Vocalization
Which cat is the loudest, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
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 Scottish Fold Grooming Comparison

Seasonal Shedding Moderate Moderate
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 Scottish Fold?
Low Maintenance
Occasional grooming is recommended to keep the Turkish Van coat in good condition.
Moderate Maintenance
Grooming your Scottish Fold cat is an essential part of caring for their health and well-being.
Shedding
Which cat sheds less, Turkish Van or Scottish Fold?
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.
Moderate
This cat breed is of average shedding.

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