Personality

The Turkish Angora is an affectionate, inquisitive and intelligent companion. They are outgoing, strong-willed and want to be at the very center of their owners’ world. In fact, they seem to expect their owners to be equally interested in what they are doing at any given moment. The breed profile published by The International Cat Association (TICA) claims that if you ignore a Turkish Angora, “you can expect it to engage in activities designed to make you pay attention – like batting one coaster at a time off the table until you stop what you are doing and pay attention to it.” Despite being playful and friendly, the Turkish Angora does enjoy rest and relaxation as well. At times, he can be somewhat aloof – especially with strangers – although at other times he is eager and welcoming. This breed bonds closely with its owners. Turkish Angoras typically tolerate other companion animals in their household, as long as those pets recognize who really rules the roost. The Turkish Angora is rightfully described as one of the true gems of the cat world.

Activity Level

Turkish Angoras are lively, agile and athletic, and they remain active throughout their lifespan. This breed may appear delicate, but in this case appearances are deceiving. This is a solid, muscular animal with an established hunting instinct that is often satisfied by chasing toys or other objects throughout the house.

Behavioral Traits

The Turkish Angora is one of the domestic cat breeds that seek out high places. It may be found on the top of a door, on a refrigerator, on a book shelf or on any other high place from which it can supervise the goings-on of its household.