British Longhair
VS
Turkish Van
British Longhair vs Turkish Van
Compare British Longhair and Turkish Van side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
British Longhair
Turkish Van
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
30 – 36 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
3 – 8 kg
4 – 8 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 17 years
12 – 17 years
Child friendly
2/5
4/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
British Longhair
Turkish Van
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Summary
About British Longhair
British Longhairs are sturdy, medium‑large cats with a plush semi‑long coat and round “teddy bear” look. Calm, polite, and quietly affectionate, they suit many homes. They’re moderately active, need regular grooming, and are generally healthy when bred with attention to heart, kidney, and joint care.
About Turkish Van
The Turkish Van is a large, athletic, semi-longhaired cat known for its mostly white “Van pattern” with color on head and tail. Intelligent and curious, it enjoys water, active play, and puzzle toys. Affectionate but independent, it bonds closely while preferring to stay near rather than on laps.
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