Persian Cat

Persian Cat, the most common long-haired cat, is known as the "Prince of Cats" and "Princess" due to its adorable face, long and luxurious coat, and elegant demeanor. It is one of the most beloved purebred cats in the world.

This cat is round and chubby. It comes in medium to large sizes and has well-developed muscles. Its limbs are short and straight, with large and round paws. The tail is short and proportionate to the body. The fur is fluffy, long, and very noble and elegant. The entire body is covered in silky soft and shiny fluffy fur. There are five major color series, among which various colors have been recognized by international cat breeding associations. White, black, blue, and light yellow color series are more common, while tortoiseshell and red color series are more rare.

Persian cats have a gentle temperament, are smart, responsive, easy to train, and have a graceful disposition. They give people a feeling of nobility and arrogance, but are easy to get along with. They have small voices, love to be spoiled, and are deeply loved by people.

Persian Cat is a breed that was developed in Britain in 1860, based on the long-haired cats from Afghanistan and the Angora long-haired cats from Turkey.

In the past, it was popular among noble ladies in European palaces to carry pets while riding in carriages, staying at the palace, or sitting for portraits. Therefore, not only Persian cats, but also other pets such as Maltese dogs and Angora rabbits were very popular. These pets had to have an elegant and luxurious appearance to match the noble status of the ladies, as well as a quiet personality to be able to stay obediently on their laps. Persian cats happened to possess these qualities, making them a very suitable breed for indoor keeping.

They have silky long hair that needs to be groomed daily. However, this task will never become a chore, because for the owners of Persian cats, maintaining their long hair is also a pleasure.

Persian cats are gentle, intelligent, easy to train, and have a soft voice. They love to be spoiled and are very suitable for indoor keeping. They are a great choice for families with children, elderly people, or pet lovers.

1. Feline distemper

Symptoms: Cats with feline distemper may have fever, depression, gradual decrease in body temperature, weakness, dehydration, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Solution: Choose a good pet hospital for timely vaccinations, keep the house clean and hygienic, and isolate appropriately. Rabies vaccine can be given starting at 3 months of age; the cat's three-way vaccine can generally be given starting at 2 months of age, with a monthly interval.

2. Feline rhinotracheitis

Symptoms: Fever, excessive nasal mucus, frequent sneezing, accompanied by conjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, and excessive tearing.

Solution: Once detected, seek medical attention promptly. This virus is transmitted through the air, so isolate it from other cats in a timely manner.

3. Hairball

Symptoms: Cats may vomit, have decreased appetite, and pass hairballs in their feces.

Solution: Regularly feed cats with hairball remedies and preferably grow some cat grass at home.

4. Gastrointestinal discomfort

Symptoms: Vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased appetite.

Solution: First, withhold food from the cat, then feed it with probiotics for regulation. If the condition is severe, seek medical attention promptly. Prevention: 1. Maintain a bland diet; 2. Do not frequently change cat food, and follow the seven-day food switching method when changing cat food.

Hygiene: Due to the large amount of hair on the cat's body, it is easy to carry various types of bacteria and fleas. For the sake of the cat and the owner's health, the cat should be bathed regularly and its hair should be groomed;

Diet: Different cats have different food preferences. Owners should not randomly choose cat food available on the market for convenience. They should carefully select cat food based on the cat's breed, growth situation, and physical condition. Special utensils should also be prepared for the cat;

Health: Like humans, cats can also get sick. When a cat is sick, it must be taken to a specialized animal hospital for treatment. Regular physical examinations and vaccination injections should also be conducted. Only when a cat is physically healthy, it will have the energy to play with its owner;

Safety: There is a saying, "Curiosity killed the cat." Cats are restless and always have great curiosity about various things. Their nature also leads them to like entering closed spaces. Therefore, owners must close doors, windows, and lids to prevent cats from falling into potential danger;

Living environment: Cats love to lie down and take naps the most, so as an owner, you should prepare a small cushion for it to sleep on. However, these cushions will accumulate a lot of bacteria after prolonged use, so you must pay attention to cleaning and disinfection at any time;

Cat litter: The problem of pets urinating and defecating anywhere has troubled many pet lovers. But cats are actually very clean animals, so as long as the owner provides cat litter for the cat, it will go to the cat litter to urinate and defecate by itself;

Cats cannot tolerate being bullied. When the owner forces it to do something, it becomes annoying. Therefore, the owner should regularly trim the cat's nails to prevent infection from scratching while playing with it.

Persian Cat is a long-haired cat, so it is very important to groom its fur. Persian Cats are prone to shedding, especially the fur on their abdomen is more likely to get tangled, which becomes a place for dirt and bacteria to accumulate. Therefore, it is best for owners to set aside 30 minutes each day to groom their fur and remove dead hair.