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The Angora cat is an ideal companion . He is intelligent, affectionate and sociable. In addition, he requires little care and enjoys good general health. Of course, he is quite active and needs to be accompanied. The Angora cat, as its name indicates, is native to the city of Angora, in the Ankara region (Turkey). This is one of the oldest cat breeds, appreciated for the beauty of its hair and was originally considered a traditional symbol of purity (which is why this breed is also called Ankara Kedisi ). A curiosity about these cats is that they developed their characteristic long fur naturally , and not through human crossbreeding. It is believed that the Turkish Angora cat developed its showy long hair due to the climate of the area from which it originates. black angora The Angora cat is a cat with an elegant appearance, with long, thin legs, a long tail, large eyes and long fur. This is fine and silky, and can be of various colors. Initially, only white was accepted to be considered an Angora breed cat, but now many others are accepted, with the exception of chocolate, fawn , lilac and point . They are medium-sized cats that can weigh between 3 and 5 kilos. They are intelligent, affectionate and sociable cats. They adapt very well to families with children , they like company and are easy to train. They need to exercise and move constantly, so it is recommended that they have toys and spaces at home where they can climb. girl angora Furthermore, due to their trusting and adventurous nature, you have to be careful if they go outside as they do not hesitate to approach strangers. It is advisable that they carry a microchip if they go out of the house to prevent them from getting lost.
If possible, it is better to let them out under supervision and not lose sight of them. Differences between Angora and Persian cat These two breeds of cats are often confused , and although they both share some similarities, such as their spectacular long coat, they are two very different breeds. The most different physical characteristic of both breeds is the nose . Angora cats have an elongated nose like most cats, while the Persian cat has a flattened nose. Another difference is that Persian cats are larger (up to 7kg) than Angora cats (max. 5kg). In terms of character, the Persian cat is more CZ Leads independent than the Angora. Angora cats are more active and affectionate . persian cat vs angora Angora cat care Hair The fur of this breed of cats does not have an undercoat , which makes their care much easier. They only have one coat of hair, which becomes thinner in summer and becomes thicker and fluffier in winter. In this way, it manages to adapt to climatic changes, typical of the area from which it originates, in which there are great temperature contrasts between winter and summer. Except for the shedding period (at the beginning of summer), they do not usually have knots or balls, so it is enough to comb them twice a week . With the exception of the shedding period, when it is recommended to do it 3-4 times a week. Bathing the Angora cat must be done at least every 4-6 weeks . Use a specific shampoo, these cats usually have sensitive skin that can become irritated if you use the wrong product.
A good option is to use a dry shampoo , especially if like most cats, yours doesn't like water. Pay special attention to spots on your face. angora tabby Ears Angora cats are very demanding when it comes to cleanliness. In addition to their hair, we must pay attention to cleaning their ears. The cat's access to cleaning the pinna is limited, so it can become a source of infections. Make sure to clean their ears once a week using cotton wool. A clean ear should be pink and not emit any type of odor. It is also advisable to be careful that there are no mites in their ears . Antiparasitic pipettes can be used to repel these uncomfortable parasites by applying the pipettes to the area behind the neck and under the cat's ears. This way you keep the cat protected not only from fleas, ticks and mosquitoes, but also from mites. Diseases The Angora cat is usually in good health and its life expectancy ranges between 12 and 18 years . Among the genetic diseases associated with this breed are deafness and balance problems . Cases are more common in white-haired Angora cats with blue eyes and those with eyes of a different color (heterochromia). white persian cat heterochromia They may also suffer from congenital diseases, such as ataxia (a neurological condition that causes coordination problems) and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy , a disease characterized by abnormal growth of the heart muscle. Otherwise, it can affect the heart, kidneys and/or central nervous system. The treatment of Lyme Disease in dogs will depend on the stage of the disease and the parts of the body or organs affected . Essentially antibiotics are used, which must be prescribed by the veterinarian, and it is recommended that the dog rest and be warm and dry. Some analgesic medication is also usually prescribed to combat the pain. Treatment usually lasts for at least a month .