Are Turkish Angora cats playful?

Despite their delicate appearance, however, Turkish Angoras are playful cats that can be affectionate with their owners, and friendly with children or other pets—but she’ll let those other pets know who’s boss.

Are Turkish Angoras nice?

Turkish Angora Personality Traits and Trainability They are a high-energy, highly intelligent, and highly affectionate breed. They want to be part of the action at all times, and will play with anything to get their Owner’s attention.

Are Turkish Angoras deaf?

The Turkish Angora is generally a healthy breed of cat with no specific problems. It’s common for white cats to be prone to deafness. Yet deafness should not be a problem if the cat is an indoors cat. It’s thought that the frequency of deafness has reduced due to developing the breed.

What should I look for in a Turkish Angora?

Like the closely-related Turkish Van, many Turkish Angoras enjoy water more than the average cat. A Turkish Angora may enjoy playing in water or taking an occasional swim, and might even try to join you in the shower or bath! Look for a cat that loves to run and play.

Is the Turkish Angora cat friendly with other cats?

Despite their delicate appearance, however, Turkish Angoras are playful cats that can be affectionate with their owners, and friendly with children or other pets—but she’ll let those other pets know who’s boss.

When did the Turkish Angora come to Europe?

In 1520, a longhair, white cat was brought to Europe from Ankara. This beautiful breed was fascinating to fanciers in Europe but was surpassed in popularity by the Persian. The Turkish Angora was then largely ignored and almost became extinct in Europe.

How often should I exercise my Turkish Angora cat?

Because the Turkish Angora has higher energy levels, you should plan to exercise your cat for 15 to 30 minutes each day. Playing with cat toys is a fun, easy way to help your Turkish Angora expend some energy.