Cat breed · Natural / Longhair

Turkish Angora

An ancient Turkish natural breed: graceful, athletic and often the self-appointed supervisor of the household.

Medium13–18 yearsTurkeyCan suit apartments

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Breed characteristics

Documented in Ankara for centuries and preserved in Turkish zoos during the twentieth century.

Fine-boned and silky, classically white but found in many colours.

Daily active play and high vantage points.

Brush twice weekly; the single coat rarely mats.

Treat the breed profile as a starting point, not a guarantee of temperament. Meet the individual and discuss its history, needs and behaviour with the rescue or responsible breeder.
Check your routine can support the activity described here: Daily active play and high vantage points. Allow for age, weather, health and recovery rather than imposing a fixed target.
Ask the breeder or rescue and your vet about problems reported in this breed (such as Deafness in blue-eyed white cats, Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Ataxia in some lines, Dental disease), which of them have recognised screening tests, and the parents' results where relevant. Screening reduces some uncertainty but cannot promise a healthy lifetime.
Plan grooming, veterinary costs and care during holidays. Children and other pets still need careful introductions and supervision whatever a breed's typical rating.

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