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What Is The Van Pattern In Cats?

August 10th, 2007 · No Comments

A Tortoiseshell (tortie) and White Manx cat. In the USA cats with tortoiseshell and white markings are known as calico cats.

The Van pattern denotes a white-coated cat with solid or tortoiseshell patches on its head and tail. The name is a reference to the Turkish Van cat, the ‘swimming cat’ with which it is associated, but the pattern can also be seen in other breeds.

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