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Turkish Van
ОглавлениеThe Turkish is a strong, agile cat who loves running, jumping (to the highest shelf he can reach), and playing in water. Unlike many cats, the Turkish Van enjoys water and is sometimes called the swimming cat. He’s affectionate in that he will follow you from room to room, and he won’t mind being petted, but he is not a cuddle cat and would prefer not to be held.
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Turkish Van
The Turkish Van is considered a regional treasure and was possibly named after Lake Van in Turkey. The van color pattern comes from the distinctive color markings of the Turkish Van, consisting of color on primarily the head and tail. These patches were originally seen in rich red but can be any solid color. Turkish Vans can also be solid white, sometimes called Van Kedi.
The Turkish Van takes three to five years to mature, with an average weight of between 10 and 18 pounds (4.5–8.2 kg). Their life expectancy is between twelve and seventeen years, and they have no specific health problems.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Exotic Shorthair has a funny nickname—he’s often called “the lazy man’s Persian” because he shares the Persian’s adorable face, but his short, plush coat is not nearly as high-maintenance.