The Turkish Van is a naturally occurring breed of domestic cat that originated in the Lake Van area of modern-day Turkey, part of Armenian Highlands. The Van is classified as a semi-long hair, but it has two lengths of hair, determined by season. In the winter, the hair is thick and long.
Breed Overview
Type:
NaturalOrigin:
Lake Van, TurkeyWeight:
About 10.0 to 18.0 (pounds)Length:
About 14.0 to 17.0 (inches)Life Span:
About 12.0 to 17.0 (years)Fur Color:
White, Red, Cream, Black, Blue, Tabby in red, Brown and Blue, and various shades of TortoiseshellFriendly:
Intelligence:
Shedding Level:
