Persian
Despite their charming, musical voices, Persians prefer to communicate with their owners using their intelligent expressions.
About the Persian
The Persian has a sweet, gentle nature and is quiet and easy to live with. They are happy to be combed and petted by children, but are unlikely to join in boisterous games with them.
Persians are creatures of habit and prefer calm atmospheres and gentle handling. They like the security of being on the ground and don’t often climb. They eagerly play with toys, but are equally happy to lie quietly in a favourite spot.
Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from World Cat Congress (WCC)
Breed specifics
- Size category
- Medium
- Avg life expectancy
- 12–17 years
Quiet / Calm / Sociable / Affectionate
Key facts
Health condition
Persians belong to the brachycephalic family that have as physical features a flat face and short nose due to their flat and wide skull shape. These anatomical attributes can cause some health issues like skin, eye and breathing problems as well as a poor ability to tolerate heat. For all brachycephalic breeds, we advise you to choose a cat with physical features that are not over-exaggerated, to buy from a responsible breeder and to seek counsels from your veterinarian.
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