Persian Cats.
Persian (Himalayan)
The Persian is one of the oldest cat breeds. The first documented Persians were imported from Persia to Italy in 1620. This poplar cat breed was first registered with the Cat Fanciers Association in 1871.
Persians had mild temperaments and adapts quickly to new environments which makes them sought after pets.
Persians have long hair and tend to shed. These cats come in a variety of colours. Because of their thick fur they require regular grooming. They are “pouffy”, have short legs, a short tail and should weigh about 7-12 pounds. They have a round head, “flat face” and short nose.
Persians are divided into the following colour divisions:
- Silver and Golden
- Solid colour
- Shaded and Smoke
- Tabby
- Parti-colour
- Calico and bi-colour
- Himalayan
Litters on average consist of 3-5 kittens. They have a life expectancy of about 10-18 years. They may develop Polycystic kidney disease or problems with their eyes.
The Persian is certainly a well known and poplar breed. If you are thinking of buying a kitten, make sure that you know what can be expected of the particular breed. As with any pet, do research on special requirements the cat may have.
Resources:
Wikipedia
persian-cats.com
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