| A show-quality Persian has an extremely long thick | | | | should always take him to the vet on an annual basis. |
| coat, short legs, a wide head with the ears set far | | | | If cared for properly, such as grooming, shots, and |
| apart, large eyes, and an extremely foreshortened | | | | checkups, Persian cats can live as long as 20 years. |
| muzzle. The breed was originally established with a | | | | One thing you’ll need to be aware of |
| short (but not non-existent) muzzle, but over time | | | | that’s common with Persians is their eyes. |
| this feature has become extremely exaggerated, | | | | Their eyes are very big and can sometimes be too |
| particularly in North America, and Persians with the | | | | much for the cat to clean. This is a common healthy |
| more extreme brachycephalic head type are prone | | | | problem with the breed, and should be checked on a |
| to a number of health problems (specifically affecting | | | | regular basis to ensure that it doesn’t get out |
| their sinuses and breathing) caused by it. However, | | | | of control. |
| conscientious breeders eliminate this by careful choice | | | | You can expect a life span of almost 0 years for |
| of breeding stock with more moderate head type, as | | | | your Persian cat if you take proper medical care like |
| the stated goal of most breeders is first and always | | | | regular check up with a Vet, at least once a year. |
| healthy cats. | | | | Eyes need special attention. |
| Keeping them indoors is the best policy if you want | | | | When you compare Persians to other breeds, |
| to preserve their coat. You should ensure regular | | | | you’ll notice that the Persians are among the |
| bathing and daily brushing of the coat with a metal | | | | easiest to keep. You don’t have to worry |
| comb. | | | | about things like jumping or climbing, as Persians |
| The Persian breed is popular because it is gentle and | | | | don’t like to do either. All you’ll need to |
| sweet and have a pleasant voice. They love | | | | do is feed your cat and groom him or him on a daily |
| attention and love being admired. Unlike other cats, | | | | basis. Even though grooming can be quite a bit of |
| they don’t climb and jump much at all. | | | | work in the long run – it’s well worth it |
| To ensure that your Persian pet stays healthy, you | | | | when you have a healthy an beautiful Persian cat. |