Turkish Angora
Elegant with a silky coat, lively, playful and very sociable. Size Medium, life expectancy 12–16 years, energy High. Expect CHF 1'000 – 1'800 to buy and CHF 60–110 / month upkeep.
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The profile at a glance
- Elegant and lively
- Very sociable
- Playful
- Possible deafness (whites with blue eyes)
- Regular brushing
- Demands attention
Temperament
Elegant with a silky coat, lively, playful and very sociable.
Daily needs
Regular brushing, play, companionship.
Health & care
Heart, deafness (white with blue eyes). Robust.
Ideal for
Families, lively households.
Origin & history
The Turkish Angora is one of the oldest long-haired cat breeds, originating from the region of Ankara, formerly Angora, in Turkey. Known in Europe as early as the 17th century, it was highly prized by royal courts for its silky and elegant coat. The breed nearly disappeared before a conservation program, led notably by the Ankara Zoo, preserved it, favoring white individuals sometimes with odd-colored eyes. Graceful, lively, and playful, the Turkish Angora has a fine, athletic body and a semi-long coat without a dense undercoat, which makes its grooming easier.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Turkish Angora require a lot of grooming?
No, its semi-long coat without a dense undercoat rarely mats; regular brushing once or twice a week is generally enough.
Are white Turkish Angoras often deaf?
White individuals with blue eyes have an increased risk of hereditary deafness, sometimes unilateral in cats with odd-colored eyes.
Is it an active cat?
Yes, it is a lively, curious, and playful cat that likes to climb, explore, and interact with its owners.
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