
	PETS AND ANIMALS

Persian Cat Breed

Persians adapt well to an indoor environment and are generally quiet, calm and totally laid-back. Their sweet and gentle personalities blend well into most households. Their quiet, melodious voices are pleasant and non-abrasive. They communicate delightfully with their large expressive eyes and make charming pets for all ages.

Persian

Gaining their popularity from the James Bond Movies, Persian cats are the most registered breed with the Cat Fanciers' Association. Known for their quiet, pleasant personalities, Persians' make great house pets. Even their meow is pleasant. Persian cats are the perfect breed for elderly people or those that keep a relatively calm and subdued household. If you're looking for a Persian, be advised that they come in more than 50 colors

Persian Breed Outline

Personality:

Breed Classification:	Longhair
Colors:	Numerous. Black, white, orange, blue, cream, chocolate, tabby, tortoiseshell and bi-color (calico).
Average Litter Size:	4
Life Span:	15+ years
Persians are gentle and docile, playful but not demanding.
Grooming Requirements:	Daily brushing and combing with an occasional bath.
Social skills:	Very adaptable to other pets in the house once they feel secure and loved.
Suitability for Children:	OK with gentle children.
Energy Level:	Persians prefer to sit and watch. Ideal lap cat.
Noisiness:	Very soft meow.
Health Issues:	Kidney disease. Blocked tear ducts make their eyes run. Also susceptible to entropion which causes the eyelid to roll inward. Usually requires surgery.
Shedding:	Heavy, twice a year.
Cause Allergies:	None

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A few notes about Persian cat health

Hairballs are wads of hair that accumulate inthe cat's stomach as a result of its constant licking and cleaning with the tongue. Persian cats are more prone to getting hairballs because of the increased amount of hair they swallow. Remember that daily grooming is the most effective preventive measure against the problem of hairballs. The products sold in pet stores specifically to help in hairball removal are the quite effective remedies.

Fever is a sign of infection, inflammation or disease. Heat stroke and other problems also can cause fever. In any case, fever is a sign of potential serious disease, so be sure to contact your vet.

Urolithiasis is the formation of stones in the bladder or urethra. The exact cause of the disease is not understood; howvere male cats are more severely affected than females. Since the male has a longer and narrower urethra, stones are more likely to become lodged and cause a blockage. female cats will show signs of frequent urination. Male cats will have signs of straining to urinate, painful urination or straining with no results. If your cats is showing any of these symptoms, see your vet IMMEDIATELY!

Posted by oddeyekitty on Tuesday, April 22, 2008