Siberian vs Turkish Angora

Verdict

Both are energetic, playful, long-haired cats. The thing that decides it is size, coat and household. The Siberian is large, with a dense triple coat that needs regular combing, and it is reliable with children and other pets. The Turkish Angora is medium, with a fine silky single coat that needs less work and copes with a workday alone, but it suits a home without very young children or rough pets. Choose the Siberian for a sturdy family cat. Choose the Turkish Angora for a graceful, clever, interactive one.

Choose the Siberian if

• You have children and other pets; it scores 5 for both against 4 and 3.
• You want a large cat of 8-18 lb.
• You want a quieter voice, scoring 2 against 3.
• You would ask your vet about heart disease and polycystic kidney disease.

Choose the Turkish Angora if

• You want lighter grooming; it scores 2 against 4.
• You want a lighter-shedding cat, scoring 3 against 4.
• You are away part of the day; it scores 4 for independence against 3.
• You want the cleverer cat, scoring 5 for intelligence against 4.

Where they are alike

Both score 4 for energy and playfulness and 3 for apartments, so each wants space and daily activity. Both list hypertrophic cardiomyopathy as a concern.