Side by side
Put a few breeds side by side before you make up your mind.
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| Breed |  Turkish Angora |  Somali |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Turkey | United States / Australia / Europe |
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Coat | Semi-long | Semi-long |
| Weight | 2.5–5 kg | 3–5.5 kg |
| Lifespan | 12–18 yrs | 12–16 yrs |
| Energy | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Affection | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Grooming needs | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Vocality | 6/10 | 5/10 |
| Good with kids | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Good with pets | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Shedding | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Flat fit | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Editor score | 4.5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Running cost | €86 / month | €86 / month |
Turkish Angora verdict
An elegant athlete in a longhair coat
Get one if
- · People who enjoy an elegant, active cat
- · Households with vertical space and calm routines
- · Owners ready to groom twice a week
Think again if
- · Homes that need a very quiet, low-energy cat
- · Households with frequent chaos or loud visitors
- · Anyone wanting a no-maintenance coat
Somali verdict
The longhaired Abyssinian explorer
Get one if
- · Active households that want a playful, curious cat
- · People with vertical space and puzzle toys
- · Homes where someone is around most of the day
Think again if
- · Sedentary owners or very quiet homes
- · People away all day with no companion cat
- · Anyone who wants a calm lap cat