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Turkish Angora

Turkish Angora

The Turkish Angora cat breed is an elegant, intelligent, and playful companion known for its silky long coat and graceful appearance. Popular among cat lovers in India, Turkish Angoras are active, affectionate, and highly social, making them ideal for interactive households.

Height

9 - 14 inches

Intelligence

High

Lifespan

12 - 16 years

Weight

3 - 5 Kg

Temperament

Intelligent
Playful
Energetic
Affectionate

About

The Turkish Angora cat breed is one of the oldest natural cat breeds, originating from Turkey. Known for its silky coat, slender body, and lively personality, this breed combines beauty with intelligence. Turkish Angoras are active, curious, and enjoy being involved in daily activities. Turkish Angoras are intelligent, playful, and affectionate. They love attention and are highly interactive. Unlike some long-haired breeds, they are energetic and curious.


The Turkish Angora price in India typically ranges between ₹20,000 to ₹70,000 depending on breeder and lineage.

Care Requirements

Grooming
Moderate
Exercise
High

Compatibility

Good with KidsYes
Good with Other PetsYes

Available Colors

WhiteBlackBlueCream

Health Considerations

  • Deafness
  • Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
  • Ataxia

Fun Facts

  • Many Turkish Angoras have one blue eye and one amber/green eye called heterochromia.
  • Turkish Angoras were highly valued and kept by Ottoman royalty.