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PERSIAN

 

Persia (now Iran)

short and massive cat with strong bones and strong muscles. Its size is medium to large. Legs short.

Its weight varies for m asel May to July kg; to a female from 2.5 to 5 kg

Its silhouette is round. His face has a flat snout. It is the only cat with long hair (10 cm on average up till 20 cm, especially around the neck). The Persian "Peke Face" (opposite Pekinois dog) has a flat face. This supertype less popular with the public, has some health complications (tearful eyes permanently, prognathism of the lower jaw, difficulty breathing, ...).

Fur of great finesse. His coat is silky and fine with abundant undercoat. All coat colors are recognized. Persian wearing a dress color dot are called Himalayan.

The eyes are large, open and well spaced. Their color (clear and pure) is in harmony with that of fur. Or copper in most varieties; green in the chincilla the silver and golden; white and blue in color point. The eyes may be odd in some blanks.

Cat quiet, reserved, placid homebody. It is sociable, peaceful, never aggressive. This cat is attached to his master and accommodates to congénaires, dogs and children. In his balance, he needs a quiet life and stand loneliness. His meows are rare and discreet. The colourpoint Persian is more dynamic, more energetic than traditional Persian because of the influence of the Siamese gene (= Himalayan)

Precious Cat par excellence, it is best suited for cozy interiors as adventurous gardens. But it may react as another cat outside if he knows from his childhood. It requires daily maintenance of its fur, eyes and ears.

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