Persian
Animal welfare relevant breedLife 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.