Turkish Van
The Turkish Van is a semi-long-haired breed of domestic cat, which was developed in the UK from a selection of cats obtained from various cities of modern Turkey, especially Southeast Turkey.
⚡ In breve
Taglia
Grande
Peso
10-20 lbs (4.5-9 kg)
Aspettativa di vita
12-17 years
Livello di energia
Alto
Adatto ai bambini
Sì
Adatto all'appartamento
Dipende
💖 Personalità e comportamento
Intelligent, energetic, and independent. They bond strongly but prefer to be active rather than held.
🍖 Cibo e premi
High energy diet for active lifestyle. Large breed.
⚠️ Informazioni generali — per esigenze alimentari specifiche, consulta un veterinario.
🧶 Gioco e attività
Giochi e attività preferiti:
- Swimming
- Fetching
- Jumping
- Chasing lasers
- Opening cabinets
Provide water play opportunities (safely). High activity needs.
🏡 Ambiente di vita
Active home needed. Be aware of their fascination with water.
✨ Curiosità
- They have a 'Van' pattern (color only on head and tail).
- Coat looks like cashmere and is waterproof.
- Ancient breed from Lake Van region.
- Eyes can be amber, blue, or odd-eyed.
- Did we mention they swim?