Turkish Van
VS
Cymric
Turkish Van vs Cymric
Compare Turkish Van and Cymric 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
Turkish Van
Cymric
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
4 – 8 kg
3 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 17 years
8 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
4/5
4/5
Barking level
0/5
0/5
Aggressiveness
0/5
0/5
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Characteristics
Turkish Van
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Cymric
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Summary
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.
About Cymric
The Cymric is a medium, muscular, longhaired Manx-type cat, usually tailless with a rounded, rabbit-like rump and strong hind legs. It has a plush double coat, comes in many colours, is playful, intelligent, loyal, and people-oriented, but needs careful monitoring for tail and spine issues.
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