The most sought- after markings for show are restricted to the head and tail alone. Some small body spots are tolerated, but not most desirable. They can be found with blue, gold, or odd-eyes.
Vans are very independent, but affectionate.
They tend to bond strongly to one or two people in a family. They are social and remain active well into old age. Angoras are lithe, with silky fur, and the Turkish Vans are more heavily built with a plush coat. In their native Turkey near Lake Van, they can often be found swimming in warm, shallow pools. The Turkish Van is accepted by most major cat registries.