A Glance at the Persian / Exotic Breed

 

One of the oldest and most recognizable breeds, the Persian, is the parent breed of the Persian Group, which includes the Persian, Himalayan, and exotic short-haired. They share the same body type, but the short and rough hair of the Exotic Shorthair differs from the long hair of the Persian and Himalayan. Known for their sweet, flat face, big round eyes, and robust cheeks, they get along well with everyone.  

 

Temperament: Calm, gentle, sweet.
 

Size: Like all cats, the Persian / Exotic group is medium in size, but appears larger than it actually is, due to its huge coat. Males are larger than females.
 

Colors: White, red, cream, black, blue, chocolate, lilac, silver, gold, tortoiseshell, blue-cream, tricolor and sable. Persians and Exotics also come in a variety of patterns, including tortoise shell, bi-color, tricolor, brindle, smoky, shady, and Himalayan (a light-colored body with darker spots and blue eyes).
 

Life expectancy: Persian, generally,  It is a very healthy cat and can be expected to live 8-11 years, even longer.
 

About the Persian

Friendly and calm, Persian cats prefer to be in a peaceful environment. They are very calm and prefer to rest on a sofa with their families. Persians communicate with their expressive eyes and soft, harmonious voices. They are an adaptable breed and will enjoy living with any family as long as they are loved and treated with kindness.

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Activity level

Persian and exotic cats are calm and exhibit bursts of kitten-like activity. They may be sleeping in the sun for a minute and then suddenly run and roll across the room. To the Persians and Exotics  They like to play with interactive toys, chase balls and mice with catnip, but you may have to chase them for exercise every day.

Persians will stretch out next to you, sleep in your bed, and sit on your lap when they feel like it. They don't mind changes in routine and are generally friendly with everyone.

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