Persian cat breeds facts, history and information

One of the oldest and most popular beautiful cat breeds in the world is the Persian cat. Persian cats are popular for their very calm, sweet nature. Persian cat breeds facts, history, and information

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Persian cat History

The history of the Persian cats is somewhat obscure, with the initial idea that these cats were native to Persia (now Iran) and Turkey. In 1620, an Italian traveler, Pietro Della Valle, was the first to take a Persian cat to Italy. It is acknowledged that The Persian cat he took was the first Persian cat to enter Europe. Since then, Persian cat breeds have gained popularity throughout Europe as a domesticated cat.

Persian is very popular in America. First Persian arrived in America in the late 1800s. At the Cat Show in 1871, at the crystal palace there were Persian cats among the different breeds of cats In a short time, the Persian has become the most beloved cat breed in the world, valued for its beautiful appearance and sweet personality.

Persian Cat Breeds Overview

doll face Persian cat

Length

The Persian is a medium-size cat 10-15 inches tall.

Weight

The Persian Cat weighs between 7 to 12 pounds.

Coat

The coat is long, thick, and with a thick, luxurious soft undercoat.

Coat Color

Recognized by the largest registry CFA that Persian cats have a mixture of seven colors. The colors are Solid Color, Shaded and Smoke, Silver and Golden, Tabby, Parti-color, and Himalayan, Calico, and Bicolor.

Eye Color

eye color depend on the coat color. If the Persian cat coat colors white eyes deep blue. the golden or silver color coat has blue-green eyes.

Lifespan

11 to 17 years.

Persian Cat Popularity

Easily recognized for their luxurious long coats and large, expressive eyes, the Persian cats are one of the most beautiful cat breeds in the world. The number of Persian cat registrations was declining in England in the early 1990s, and in 2001 the Persian top lost to British Shorthair. In 2008, the Persian cat was selected as the most popular cat breed in the United States. The number of Persian cats registered in France fell between 2003 and 2007. According to the 2012 census, the position of the Persian cat is at number 6.

Persian Cat characteristics

Persian cats are considered to be relatively calm and sweet cats who like to roam around the home. Persian cats have many good qualities, such as being easy to care for and being clean. If you don't give your cat much time or if you spend most of the day in the office, he doesn't get angry.

There are two types of Persian cats breed 

That famous doll face, the Persian cats have a short sticky body and a rounded head with enlarged facial features to give a flat nose and large round eyes. Traditional Persians have less extreme features, with longer legs and more natural noses. These cats have a sturdy body and thick, solid legs.

Persian cat breed health

Just as a human being is prone to any disease, Likewise, any disease can be caused by cat species and genetic factors 

Persian cats have some hereditary genetic problems that can lead to certain diseases.

• polycystic kidney disease.
• progressive retinal atrophy.
• hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
• bladder stones, cystitis.
• liver shunts.

Responsible owners take steps to prevent these problems.

some facts about Persian cat breeds

• The Persian cat was in the world's first cat show.

• On average, Persian cats live for about 12 years.

• The Persian cat is low maintenance.

• Its popularity as a breed is declining in Britain.

• They are very quiet and polite while grooming.

• The Persian cat is similar to Turkish Angoras.

• The Persian cat with kids bad idea.

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