The Persian Cat is surely the most elegant of all cats. Its distinctive long, glossy coat, large jewel-like eyes, small ears, full-brush tail and sweet facial expression have caused it to rank among the most preferred of all purebred cats.
The Persian is truly a domesticated cat. He loves to be with people and to show affection to those who love it. He is docile and sweet. The purchase of a healthy kitten cannot be overemphasized. Before making your final selection, take a few minutes to observe the kitten you are interested in buying. Look for an alert and active kitten. A healthy kitten's eyes should be clear and free from irritation, tearing or discharge; the coat should be clean, thick, and glossy. A sneezing kitten with a runny nose may have a serious respiratory problem.
When you purchase a new Persian cat or kitten, regardless of the source, it should already have been vaccinated and it should be accompanied by some type of health guarantee that it is free of disease at the time of purchase.
Tradory Persians - England (United Kingdom)
A small cattery breeding quality Persian cats. Specializing in solids, bi-colors and vans. Located in Hampshire, UK.
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Khabaqui Persians - England (United Kingdom)
A FAB PKD-testing cattery breeding and showing Persian cats with both GCCF and FIFe. Located in Forest of Dean, West Gloucestershire, UK.
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Kriseskriter Persians - England (United Kingdom)
Hobby breeders and exhibitors of quality Persian cats. Located in Wrightington, a village near Wigan in Lancashire, England, UK.
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Mystere Persians - England (United Kingdom)
A PKD rested cattery, registered with GCCF & FIFe, breeding champion Persian cats. All cats are FAB scanned PKD Negative or are from negative parents and will be FAB scanned when adult. Located in Chelmsford, Essex, UK.
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Riascatz - England (United Kingdom)
A PKD-tested cattery breeding Persian cats for health and good temperament. All kittens are sold under contract, preference being given to show/neuter homes. Located in London, UK.
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Shou Persians - England (United Kingdom)
A cattery breeding champion and grand champion Persian cats. Specializing in the chocolate series, tabbies, bi and tri colors and colorpoints. Located in Callington, Cornwall UK.
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Antalya Persians - ENGLAND (United Kingdom)
Persian Breeders registered with The CFA & GCCF. Bi-Colours and Calico's (including Van pattern), Tabby & Whites and Smoke & Whites. Located in Cheshire, UK
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Ashaneeka Himalayans & Persians - ENGLAND (United Kingdom)
A small GCCF registered cattery breeding healthy, happy, well socialised kittens for breeding, showing and pet. Specialising in Chocolate Series. Located in in Surrey, UK.
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Blondbella - ENGLAND (United Kingdom)
A cattery breeding Persian and Exotic Shorthair Cats. All kittens are sold with a contract. Located in in South Yorkshire, England.
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Bracie Persians and Exotics - ENGLAND (United Kingdom)
A small cattery breeding Persian cats, specialising in Bi- & Tri-colors using the best UK, USA & Dutch lines.
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Caszan Persians - ENGLAND (United Kingdom)
A cattery breeding Grand Champions and Premier Grand Champions Persian cats, specialising in Chinchillas, Goldens,Colourpoints, Solid Colours and Exotic cats. Located in Surrey, UK.
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DensPurr - ENGLAND (United Kingdom)
GCCF registered breeder of Persian and Himalayan Persian cats. Cats are FAB PKD-negative. Located in Portsmouth, UK.
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Finchfield Exotics - ENGLAND (United Kingdom)
Breeder of quality Persian and Exotic cats from FAB PKD-negative breeding stock. Located in Rugby, UK.
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Vanier - TEXAS (United States)
Vanier's specialty has been devoted to the solid color white Persian with concentration on the breeding and exhibiting of the recessive blue-eyed and odd-eyed variety.
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Gemkin Persians - Wales (United Kingdom)
Breeder of champion Persian cats from PKD-negative breeding stock. Located in Northern Wales, UK.
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Persian cats are prone to Feline Polycystic Kidney Disease which is reported to occur at high frequency in the Persian cat population worldwide. This condition is characterized by formation of cysts on the kidneys due to accumulation of urine in the parts of the kidney that secrete urine (nephrons). Another inherited condition that affects Persian cats is Chédiak/Higashi Syndrome characterized by the presence of defective genes resulting in diminished ability to kill bacteria and ingested microorganisms. Some affected Persians may have eye abnormalities and bleed excessively after a surgical procedure.
In addition, Persians, along with Burmese and Siamese cat breeds, will more frequently than other breeds have inherited eye problems, including cataracts, entropion, lens luxation, glaucoma, retinal dysplasia and progressive retinal atrophy.