Persian

Animal welfare relevant breed

Life expectancy

15 years

Height

Medium

Weight

5 kg

Coat texture

undercoat / silky / dense / long

Coat color

all colors, mostly pink or black

Common illnesses

hypertrophic cardiomyopathy / breeding for animal-protection purposes and extreme breeding / breathing problems / watery eyes / eye disease / polycystic kidney disease (PKD) / different proplems with pure white cats (deafness, vestibular disorder,…)

Food expenses per month in €

about € 48

Suitable for children

Rather not

Compatible with other animals

Rather not

First cat suitable

Rather yes

Needs a balcony

Rather yes

Needs to go free

Rather yes

Activity

Low

Attention

Needs more attention

Care and grooming

High grooming effort

Nature

reserved / cuddly / good-natured / fond of peace and quiet / likes to observe

Common illnesses

hypertrophic cardiomyopathy / breeding for animal-protection purposes and extreme breeding / breathing problems / watery eyes / eye disease / polycystic kidney disease (PKD) / different proplems with pure white cats (deafness, vestibular disorder,…)

Place of origin

Iran

Short description

The Persian is suitable as an indoor-cat, because she does not have this great desire for freedom and loves to spend time with her family. She needs a calm environment, becasue she reacts negatively to noise. Subsequently, a home with small children does not suit her needs. She can also be shy around strangers. Her coat needs regular grooming, because it tends to felt quite easily.

This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.