Turkish Vans are inordinately fond of the water, so don't be surprised when this breed jumps in the bath or shower with you.

Turkish Vans are one of the oldest cat breeds, and could even be the oldest -- possibly dating as far back as 5,000 years.

Turkish Vans are quite rare in the United States -- most of the breeding stock comes from Europe, as the native population that survives in Turkey today is protected.