know the history of Turkish Van cats

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Turkish Van (Turkish: Van Kedis) is a rare, naturally occurring breed of cat from the Lake Van region of present-day Turkey. Turkish Vans, the word van refers to their color, where color is restricted to the head and tail, and the rest of the cat is white. Is the maximum expression of genes of white spots and white makes the model van. Long gene is present in many different species (like the horse and python). It also shows the common house cat to cat, which shows the color scheme, but is not registered, or the Van region, is called "Vanalike.

Properties

Van Coats for semi-long hair. Although many cats, three types of hairs on their arms - hair care, hair and beard hairs - Turkish Van has one. This makes their coat feel like cashmere or rabbit fur, and a coat dries quickly when wet. Lake Van is a region of temperatures and cats have evolved a thick layer, which grows in winter with a large ruff and bottlebrush tail for the harsh winters, and then throws a short hot summers in the body. Full detail is kept throughout the year.

Van is one of the major breeds of cats. Males can reach 20 pounds (9 kg) and females weigh approximately half. They have huge paws and rippling hard muscle structure which allows them to be very strong jumpers. Vans can easily reach the top of a refrigerator for a cold start on the ground. They are slow to mature, this process may take 3-5 years. In addition, their skills are very good recovery and are quick to learn.

Perhaps the most interesting characteristic of this breed is its fascination with water, most breeds of cats to be immersed in water. unusual characteristics may be due to race, near Lake Van in their country of origin may acquire the characteristics due to hot summers and very waterproof dressing gown that makes them a challenge. As such, Vans have been nicknamed "Swimming Cats" for this most unusual characteristics. Most Vans in the United States are inside cats and not having access to large bodies of water, but their love and curiosity of them is water. Instead of bathing water do not mix their bowls and invent fishing games in the toilet.

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Pets Cats Body Anatomy

Skeleton cat is very similar to humans, there is no shortage of shoulder bone. This allows the free movement of front legs, which can be rotated in any direction.

 

The man has 206 bones, but the cat has about 290 bones and 517 separate muscles, making it very agile animals, they use more than 500 muscles, leaps, jumps and Sprint.

 

A cat can jump seven times their height. A cat has 13 ribs in his body. Look at the diagram below the skeleton of a cat.

 

 

 

 

• The cat has the largest eyes of other mammals, are always blue, when he was born. Some cats eye color changes with age, but it is well known that a white cat with blue eyes is really deaf. If a white cat has one blue eye, he will be deaf to the ear of the same side as the blue eyes.
• Cats have a special organ located in the upper part of his mouth, this is called "Jacobson's organ. In addition to the smell by the nose, they can also smell this special authority.
• a healthy cat has an average body temperature between 38 and 39 degrees Celsius. (100.5 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit).
• Cats have five toes on front paws and four on the hind legs. Some cats are born with 6 or 7 fingers and toes and extra back are called "Polydacti. (Many Polydactl "fingers").
• Adult cats have a total of 30 teeth - 16 upper teeth and 14 lower teeth. Cats are subject to gum disease. Cats must have your teeth cleaned by a veterinarian or a cat dentist once a year.
• Cats have a real fur, in which they have both the undercoat and topcoat.
• sustainability of health, cared for cats is about 20 years or more.
• Cats have AB blood group, just like humans.
• Cats can not digest cow's milk. Contrary to popular belief, milk and cats can cause diarrhea. Cats eat grass for their digestive system and get rid of any hairballs.
• Cats have no eyelashes, but they are the centers have the full eyelid, or nictitating membrane. Cats have a third eyelid, called Haw, "which is rarely seen. If you can see, this may be an indication that your cat is ill. Said that cats are colorblind, but recent studies show that cats can actually red, blue and green.
• Cats can not sweat because it has no sweat glands. (This is the same for pigs) Cats can have freckles, which can occur anywhere, even in the mouth, they also get age spots due to age.
• A cat uses its tail to maintain balance. many bones are in the cat's tail.

 

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History of Persian Cats

Even people who know nothing about cats typically able to identify a Persian cat. They are the most recognizable of all breeds of cats.

History of Persia

It is said that the ancestors of today's Persians, who had returned from distant Persia, with silk, jewels and spices by the researchers of the 17th century. They became a status symbol and were very desirable.

Persians were named after their country of origin. Their true origin is not fully known. The references to the Persians, consult the documentation already hieroglyphics 1684BC

The appearance of Persian cats

Persian cat has a long coat flowing with complete luxury, soft undercoat of thick curly hair, longer guard hairs and thick body, which is often referred to as "Cobby" Their legs are thick and stocky. Persians have a series of eyes in a smooth ride flat face.

Persian people

Persians are generally quiet and gentle cat. They are quiet and undemanding and can be very sensitive. They are very quiet and unlikely to scratch anyone. Because of the peaceful nature of Persian is generally live with other animals and are great with children who are not too noisy. turn to love, and flattered and caressed up all the attention you give them.

They are not noisy. Persians are fun, but difficult and can give their owners a lot of love and devotion. They have the ability to adapt to most environments and seem to take things in their approach.

Persian grooming

Persian owners must be prepared to groom a beautiful dress on the day. It is a breed of high maintenance depends entirely on its owner the comfort and well-being. If the grooming has been neglected for a long time and require a coat matts expert advice. Persians moult heavily twice a year and shed hair all year. Requires a maintenance daily by a metal comb to eliminate tangles and potential drawbacks of hairballs

Persian cat's eyes also need attention. Persian cats are serious problems with the eyes, which at the time of watering can cause dark marks caused by tears. To prevent eye drops for cats can be used.

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Persian Cat Profiles

Persian cat is a medium or large organization, with "Cobby" type, low on legs, broad and deep through the chest, shoulders so massive and tail, with a soft "thinking" face.

Unlike his "soft" appearance, Persian, has good muscle tone, without signs of obesity. His hair is long and thick, glossy texture and full of life. Wide range of colors and patterns are unacceptable. Coat color standards CFA Persian are divided into color zones:

• Division Solid Color
• Distribution of silver and gold
• Shaded and Smoke Division
• Tabby Division
• Party Division
• Division Calico and Bi-Color
• Division of the Himalayas

Particular attention Himalayan Division, CFA, who believes, as a Persian colored race. In TICA, the Himalayan is considered a breed apart, but it is in the Persian Breed Group, which also includes Exotic Shorthair cats.

AACE judges of the Himalayas on its distinct breed standard.

Persian Cat History

The beginnings of Persia are as varied as the number of people it describes, but it's pretty well accepted that the early Persian cats came from Persia (now Iran) and Turkey, and were introduced in England in the early European travelers, and while traveling cross. Some historians believe they may be covered by the Persian Angoras in Italy at the age of 16 years.

All agree that the Persian was high on the list of estimates of "property" of the monarchy, the King of kings and queens of England. In the late 19th century, North America discovered the Persian cat, and soon reached its zenith, that is the cat's most popular in the United States, it continues to honor today.

With its long and glorious dress flowing soft face, to match its disposition, it is not surprising that Persian is the favorite among all breeds of purebred cats. Persians need a quiet safe, but when they feel safe, are a constant source fun households chance is the property of Persia. Persian requires regular maintenance to keep the beauty of the dress, so think before doing what must be a commitment to the life of this magnificent cat.

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