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