Turkish Van Quick Description
Turkish Van Quick Description/Information
| Turkish Van Quick Description | |
|---|---|
| Coat | Semi-long, Single, Silky, Soft, Glossy, Water repellent |
| Size | Large |
| Colors/Patterns | A white body with dark color patches on its head, tail and sometimes even between its shoulder blades. The tail may have a characteristic ‘ringed’ pattern, marked with calico, tabby, black, gray, red, orange, silver, blue, caramel, or lilac |
| Physical Description | Broad shoulders, short neck, heavy at the top, long stature, muscular built, slightly long hind legs, large paws |
| Eye Color | Blue, amber, odd-eyed (heterochromia’) |
| Lifespan | 15-16 years average |
| Weight | Male: 9 to 18 pounds Female: 6.5 to 18 pounds |
| Height | Male: 14 to 18 inches Female: 13 to 17 inches |
| Characteristics | Athletic, intelligent, loyal, playful |
| Lap Cat | No |
| Shedding | Moderate |
| Good with Children | Yes, (children 10+ Old) |
| Litter Size | 2-5 cats |
| Vocalization/Noises | Moderate |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
| Attention Seeker | Yes |
| Countries of Origin | Turkey, UK |
| Availability | Rare |
| Competitive Registration | TICA, CFA, FIFe, AACE, ACF, ACFA/CAA, GCCF Breed Standards |