From the ArcaMax Publishing, Cats & Dogs Newsletter:
http://www.arcamax.com/news/catsanddogs/s-568508-866933
These days, Persian cats are among the most popular breeds of cat.
Well known for their gentle and sweet personalities and their long
hair, Persian cats have very attractive features. They are great
companions for virtually anyone, and not very demanding. Unlike other
breeds, such as the Siamese breed, Persian breeds need very little
attention.
Although white is the color normally associated with Persian cats,
they actually come in a variety of other colors as well. During
competitions, they are divided into seven color divisions - solid,
silver and gold, tabby, shaded and smoke, particolor, bicolor, and
Himalayan. No matter what color of Persian cat it may be, they are
best noticed during competitions by their long and flowing coats.
Persian cats should always be kept inside of the house, to protect
their coat. If they travel outside, they can easily damage their coat.
They will also need to be brushed daily with a metal comb, or their
coat can become tangled, which will lead to hairballs. You'll need to
bathe your Persian cat on a regular basis as well, to help protect his
coat. Bathing works best when the cat is young, as it will get him
used to it. Bathing should never be overlooked, as it will keep your
cats coat looking clean and healthy. Although some breeds can maintain
their coats on their own, Persians can't. Their fur is long and dense
and you'll need to groom them daily to ensure their coat stays
healthy.
The Persian breed is gentle and sweet, getting along great with
everyone - including kids. They have a pleasant voice that is always
good to hear. Using their voice and their eyes, they can communicate
very well with their owners. They are very playful, yet they don't
require a lot of attention. They love attention however, and love
being admired. Unlike other cats, they don't climb and jump much at
all. They aren't destructive either; they just love being admired and
lying around. A majority of the time, Persian cats love to bask in the
sun and show others just how beautiful they truly are.
Although most breeds can be kept indoors or outside, Persian cats
should always be kept inside and never allowed to go outside of the
house. Keeping them inside with protect their coats and also keep
diseases and common parasites away from them as well. You won't have
to worry about cars or dogs either if you keep your pet inside. To
ensure that your Persian pet stays healthy, you should always take him
to the vet on an annual basis.
If cared for properly, such as grooming, shots, and checkups, Persian
cats can live as long as 20 years. One thing you'll need to be aware
of that's common with Persians is their eyes. Their eyes are very big
and can sometimes be too much for the cat to clean. This is a common
healthy problem with the breed, and should be checked on a regular
basis to ensure that it doesn't get out of control.
When you compare Persians to other breeds, you'll notice that the
Persians are among the easiest to keep. You don't have to worry about
things like jumping or climbing, as Persians don't like to do either.
All you'll need to do is feed your cat and groom him or him on a daily
basis. Even though grooming can be quite a bit of work in the long run
- it's well worth it when you have a healthy an beautiful Persian cat.
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