The Persian is one of the most popular cat breeds in North America. It comes in two varieties: Show and Traditional. The Show Persian has a flat nose and exaggerated features, while the Traditional Persian, also called Doll face, has a normal nose. Both types have a thick, long, plush coat and round copper eyes.
Personality
The Persian is a sweet, gentle breed that is calm and mellow. It is not very playful and prefers to lounge on furniture around the house. This cat breed is therefore only moderately suitable to co-inhabit space with children and dogs.
Breed Characteristics
| Origin: | Persia, ancient |
| Life Span: | 12-15 years |
Persian Build Information
The Persian is one of the most popular cat breeds in North America. It comes in two varieties: Show and Traditional. The Show Persian has a flat nose and exaggerated features, while the Traditional Persian, also called Doll face, has a normal nose. Both types have a thick, long, plush coat and round copper eyes.
| Size: | Large |
Behaviour and Personality
The Persian is a sweet, gentle breed that is calm and mellow. It is not very playful and prefers to lounge on furniture around the house. This cat breed is therefore only moderately suitable to co-inhabit space with children and dogs.
| Activity Level: | Low |
| Affection Level: | High |
| Kid Friendliness: | Not very friendly |
Appearance
| Grooming: | High (Daily combing, weekly bathing, ears need to be cleaned and taken care of regulary) |
Persian Common Health Conditions
Persian Pet Insurance
When adding a dog or cat to your family you want to make sure your pet is happy, healthy and protected. During its lifetime your pet is exposed to many illnesses and diseases and some breeds are affected by a congenital disease which is a condition existing at birth. At these moments when your pet is ill or maybe needs surgery, you want to be protected for the unexpected and high veterinarian costs.