Turkish Angora

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A fine-boned, graceful cat with a silky coat, a plumed tail and often odd eyes.

A Turkish Angora cat sitting, full body
Size
Small to medium
Weight
5 to 9 lb (2.3 to 4 kg)
Lifespan
12 to 18 years
Coat
Semi-long, silky, no undercoat
Colors
White is classic, plus many others
Origin
Turkey (Ankara), an ancient natural breed
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What does a Turkish Angora look like?

The Turkish Angora is slender and elegant with a long neck, long legs and a silky, semi-long coat that has no undercoat. The tail is long and plumed, the ears large, pointed and often tufted. White is the best-known color, often with blue, amber or odd eyes.

Turkish Angora personality

Angoras are lively, clever and assertive. They like to be in charge and on high perches.

How to care for a Turkish Angora

Brush weekly. The single silky coat rarely mats. White cats with blue eyes are more often deaf.

How do I know if my cat is a Turkish Angora?

A slim, silky, semi-long white cat with a plumed tail suggests a Turkish Angora. A Persian is heavier with a flat face. A white house cat usually has a thicker coat or a sturdier body.

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Breeds that look like the Turkish Angora

Turkish Van Turkish VanThe 'swimming cat': a big white cat with color only on its head and tail. Khao Manee Khao ManeeA pure white cat from Thailand, famous for odd eyes, one blue and one gold. Persian PersianThe classic long-haired cat with a flat face, a round head and a quiet nature.

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Frequently asked questions

Are white Turkish Angoras deaf?
Some are. Deafness is more common in white cats with one or two blue eyes.
What is the difference between a Turkish Angora and a Turkish Van?
The Angora is slim and fine-boned and is often solid white. The Van is bigger and has color only on the head and tail.

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