It has no undercoat. Although similar in looks to its cousin, the Turkish Van, the Turkish Angora is smaller in build and lacks the Van's distinctive markings around the eyes. The Angora's almond-shaped eyes can be blue, green, amber or even odd-eyed (one blue and one amber).
Similarly, what color eyes do Turkish Angora cats have?
While eye colors include blue, green and amber, prized Turkish Angora cats have "odd eyes," where one eye is blue and the other is amber or green. Turkish Angora cats have a medium-length coat with a long silky, plumed tail.
Also Know, are Turkish Angora cats only white? The Angora coat is long, very soft, and comes in a wide variety of colors and variations, the CFA says. White is traditionally the most popular—and the lone color produced at the Ankara Zoo—but Turkish Angoras can also be found in black, reds, browns, and greys, as well as tabby, tortoiseshell, and bi-color variations.
Also Know, is a Turkish Angora cat rare?
Today, Turkish Angoras are still a rare breed, but they were accepted by the Cat Fanciers' Association for championship in 1973 and all registered Angoras must still be able to trace their lineage back to the Ankara Zoo.
Is Turkish Angora a lap cat?
She is not a lazy lap cat, but she is affectionate and thrives on human contact. She can be demanding of attention and will be your faithful shadow. The Turkish Angora originated in Turkey and was first brought to the United States in the mid 1900's.
