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Persian Cat for Sale: Gorgeous Locks and Gentile Disposition

Persian cats for sale are medium-sized long-haired cats that are social and loving with their families. This breed’s ideal home is one with another cat, a small dog, or an older child. Not very vocal, Persian cats still charm you with their gentle, sweet, and mellow personalities.

History of Persian Cat for Sale

Persian cats are among the oldest cat breeds. Written records establish the fact that they have been around since the early 1600s. They had two suspected points of origin. Gray cats came from Mesopotamia or what eventually became Persia (i.e., present-day Iran). White cats of the long-haired variety came from Ankara (ancient Angora) in Ottoman Turkey. Persians were exported to Italy and Angoras went to France. Both types made their way to England shortly after, the white cats arriving first from the nearer country of France. Admixing was unsurprisingly quite common, and the Persian and Angora types became nearly indistinguishable. In the 1800s, Persian cats had a breed standard among cat fanciers and registries. The cats made their move from England to America in the mid-1870s. The Cat Fancier’s Association formally recognized the Persian breed in 1906.

Appearance

A Persian cat looks solid and balanced. Despite being big-boned relative to other cats, a Persian’s coat makes its lines appear round. The breed has a massive head with a broad skull and circular face. The eyes are prominent with a large and round shape. A Persian cat’s muzzle is short and has become more exaggerated with the selection of unique coat colors. The chin is strong, and the ears are wide-set, small, and tilted forward of the vertical with rounded tips. Your Persian cat should have a cobby, well-muscled, low-slung body with a deep chest and broad shoulders. The legs are short and thick, and the tail is rather stubby. Persians carry the tail low and without a kink or any curl. Persian cats are 10 to 15 inches tall and weigh seven to twelve pounds.

Coat

A Persian cat for sale looks fluffy because of its standoff coat which is long and dense yet fine. The fur’s glossy softness gives it the texture of spun silk. Persians have uniformly long fur except for the frillier ruff that is present from the neck to the chest. The tail should be an exceptionally full brush.

Colors

Persian cats come in a wide range of colors. With few exceptions, Persians have vivid copper-colored eyes. Himalayans, or color-pointed Persians, have bright blue yes. Silver Persian cats have green or green-blue eyes, and white ones have blue, copper, or mismatched eyes.

• Red – deep red coat without shading or markings
• Cream – light buff to pale cream; no shading or markings
• Black – coal black uniform color; no fading, rust, or smoke
• Blue – dilute black; paler colors are preferred if they are absent of shading
• White with copper, blue, or mismatched eyes – the white coat is glossy
• Smoked – white undercoat heavily tipped with color; blue, chocolate, or black
• Silver – have green or green-blue eyes; variations include shaded, chinchilla, chinchilla golden, shaded, blue shaded, blue shaded golden; golden cats have an ivory or honey-colored undercoat
• Shell – head, tail, flank, and back lightly tipped with color; cream, blur-cream, tortoiseshell, and others
• Calico is considered a bicolored variety – white with splashes of red and black; dilutes are white with blue and cream
• Cameo – white undercoat with red-tipped hairs
• Van – color limited to head and extremities but not points (Siamese markings)
• Tabby or patched tabby – classic (bull’s eye on sides) or mackerel – narrow penciling, “M” shape on face
• Pointed – the Himalayan cat is a Persian with points (color on the face as a mask and on extremities) against a white to cream to a fawn body; color variations include blue, chocolate, lynx (barred points), seal, lilac, tortie, and blue-cream
• Lilac – dilute chocolate; almost a lavender color

Personality

Persian kittens for sale are as curious and playful as any other cat breed. As adults, Persians are affectionate, sweet, and quiet in nature. Although they can be reserved with strangers, they can be easily socialized and generally warm up to your guests over time. They have relatively low activity levels and are not exceptionally demanding. Although they are moderately playful, Persian cats are not fond of small children. However, if well-socialized, they get along well with other cats or small-breed dogs that are not highly prey-driven.

Care

Persian cats are low-maintenance in their need for attention but require a lot of upkeep in the grooming department. The remainder of their requirements is in line with other cat breeds.

Grooming

As you would expect, the Persian’s beautiful and luxurious coat requires a lot of care to prevent it from becoming matted. Many owners keep their Persian cats in lion cuts whereby the body is short and the fur is longer around the face with tufts at the feet and tip of the tail. You can, however, keep your cat in a full coat. Daily combing is necessary to help prevent as much loose hair as possible from ending up all over your home. It is less damaging to the Persian’s long and fragile hair than most brushes. Brushing is usually reserved for the finishing touches to give the coat its fluffed and coifed look. Persians also benefit from monthly baths which you may want to reserve for a professional groomer. Remove all mats from your cat’s coat before bathing. Again, daily attention aims to prevent any mats. If they occur, work them out or use a dematting tool that partially cuts them. Do not brush or pull the mats. Many owners use grooming powder between baths so the fur does not become greasy as fast as it ordinarily would. Your bathing regimen should involve the same steps each time.

1. Comb your cat, removing any mats
2. Trim nails – claws are retractable, so gently apply pressure to each toe to push the nail out; only cut the sharp tips or run the risk of cutting the quick
3. Apply drops to protect your cat’s eyes
4. Degrease – Dawn dish detergent or products like degreasing goops work well; goop should be applied to the coat directly after combing when it is still dry
5. Add water to lather up goop; skip this step if using Dawn
6. Rinse degreasing agent
7. Clean ears
8. Degreasing shampoo – different than the degreasing agent you just used
9. Rinse
10. Second shampoo
11. Rinse again
12. Color-formulated shampoo – specific for your cat’s coat color
13. Rinse – an apple cider vinegar solution or other pH-balancing rinse is often beneficial
14. Use a 20% baby shampoo 80% water solution to wash your cat’s face
15. Moisturizer or conditioner
16. Final rinse
17. Pat dry with a towel – rubbing will break hairs and can cause matting
18. Dry completely with a cage dryer or handheld pet dryer or both

You should wipe your cat’s face daily with a damp cloth, using a mild soapy solution if necessary. Make sure you rinse the soap thoroughly. Persians’ large eyes mean they have extensive tearing. White Persian cats, in particular, show a lot of staining on the face. They usually require bluing agents and shampoos to keep the coat brightly white.

Feeding

Like any cat, Persians are obligate carnivores and must eat meat-based diets. Felines have no need for dietary carbohydrates in any form. They require their meals to be comprised of about 50% or more meat, 35% fats, and less than 10% carbs. Although Persian cats may not require dietary carbohydrates, it does not mean they cannot digest them. They have a fraction of the intestinal and pancreatic enzymes that dogs have to break down carbs, meaning the feline’s digestion of sugars largely occurs in the liver. However, cats may still benefit from select vegetables that have been cooked. The average Persian cat needs 180 to 250 calories per day. If your cat is young, more active than most, pregnant, or nursing kittens, she will need more food. Cats are quite variable in their eating patterns. Your cat may do better with a few portioned meals a day or may prefer to graze on food that is continually available. While cats can easily become addicted to kibble, a wet diet is best to ensure they consume an appropriate amount of water.

Exercise

Cats are designed for brief periods of high-intensity pursuit followed by prolonged rest. Your Persian cat needs about 10 to 15 minutes of daily exercise that will probably be most effective in one session. You might have to be imaginative to get your cat to engage with you.

• Chasing string-like toys
• Interactive toys that your cat can trigger to move
• Laser lights
• Paper towel or toilet paper inner tubes
• Cardboard box

Persian cats are heavy-bodied and not keen on climbing and jumping like other felines

Training

Persian kittens for sale should undergo training just like a puppy. Plan on beginning your kitten’s education within a week after she arrives at your home. You may want to train several behaviors such as coming when called or staying off of your prized couch. You can also train your cat to sit. Use food rewards as well as various methods so your cat receives positive reinforcement and remains interested.

Persian Kittens for Sale Near Me

To enhance your chance of acquiring a healthy Persian kitten, only purchase one from a reputable breeder. Persian breeding cats have a list of recommended testing they should undergo before being selected as prospective parents.

• Eyes
• Heart
• Kidneys

Persian Cat Lifespan

Persian cats have an average life expectancy of 13.5 years with a range from 12 to 17 years. 

Doll Face Persian Kittens

Doll Face Persian Kittens come from breeders who are striving to bring back the traditional head structure of the breed. A doll face refers to the Persian’s muzzle as it existed before there was an overwhelming drive for snub-nosed cats. A show Persian cat’s facial features have become so extreme that when some cats close their mouths you can still see their tongues hanging out. Doll Face Persian kittens have fewer eyelid abnormalities, heart problems, incidents of excessive tears, and respiratory difficulties. The opposite of a Doll Face Persian cat is a Peke-Faced Persian.