How do I know if my cat is a Turkish Van?
Turkish Vans are white with color on the head and tail. One of the most notable features of the cat is the magnificent longhair colored and plumed tail, which stands erect and waves in the air when the cat is running. The coat is semi-long, lies flat to the body and there is no undercoat.
Are Turkish Vans good cats?
Not to be confused with Turkey’s other cat export, the Turkish Angora (more on that later), the Turkish van is beloved by owners for their sturdy build, playful, active nature and for being one of the relatively rare breeds of cat that has an affinity for water.
Can a Turkish Van be all-white?
The Turkish Van cat is a rugged, large-bodied cat that originated in the Middle East. The Turkish Van is all-white with colored markings on the face and tail only. This type of color pattern is so distinctive that when it appears in other cat breeds it’s often called a “van” pattern.
Are Turkish Van cats soft?
These cats are well balanced and strong in appearance. The large ears are set high on the head and the eyes are large, oval and expressive. The Turkish Van cat’s coat is long, soft and silky with no woolly undercoat.
Are Turkish Vans cuddly?
Personality. The Turkish Van cat personality is best described as energetic, playful and fun-loving. Turkish Vans like to be cuddled and held on their own terms, though not for long periods of time, and while they’re loving cats, they aren’t very tolerant of people tugging at their tails or trying to pet them.
Are Turkish Vans lap cats?
Not One to be a Lap Cat Due to their high activity level, the Turkish Van prefers to do their own thing and is not one to be much for cuddling.
Do Turkish Van cats shed a lot?
The Turkish Van’s coat does not shed much and is easy to groom with weekly combing. The only other grooming required is regular nail trimming and ear cleaning. You may want to bathe him every couple of months, especially if he is white or light-colored.
Is Turkish Van rare?
The cat known in the United States as the Turkish Van is a rare and ancient breed that developed in central and southwest Asia, which today encompasses the countries of Iran, Iraq, southwest Soviet Union and eastern Turkey. Even in areas where the breed has been known for centuries, they are still relatively rare.
How common are Turkish Vans?
According to the CFA(Cat Fanciers’ Association), around 100 Turkish Vans are born in The United States a year, which is why the Van is one of the rarest cat breeds in the world to this day.
Why do cats put their bum up when you pet them?
Your cat lifts his or her bum to the air while being pet because it is a reflex that occurs when they are enjoying the experience. When a cat is scratched in an area with a lot of nerve endings and sensitivity, a stretch with the butt in the air is a natural positive response to this.