Persian cats are very interesting animals. Everyone knows about them, and everyone treats them differently: someone loves, and someone does not, but no one remains indifferent. They gained their fame in Russia only at the beginning of the XXI century. And they got it because of their unusual appearance and beautiful character. From the owner of this breed of cats you will never hear a bad word in their direction. And, on the contrary, only positive feedback about them.
They rarely can beat the furniture. They will not make sounds if they want to swear their favorite delicacy. Accurately understand and feel their master, and they know when it is better not to touch him. Most people may take it for indifference to everything that happens, but it is not. These cats have a very sensitive soul, and they acutely feel absolutely everything.
Character traits
These cats are very friendly. They love their owners, and they constantly need a reciprocal manifestation of love.
Under no circumstances will they show aggression, even to an unfriendly attitude towards them.
About these cats with confidence we can say that they are homemade. And they need care and love.
Most people think they are not very smart, but this is a delusion. Persian cats are one of the smartest breeds. They always understand you, besides, these animals are well trained. If you want, you can easily teach your pet to walk according to its natural need directly to your dressing room. Another plus of them is that they get along well with other animals.
How many live?
The average life expectancy of Persian cats is from 18 to 20 years. But there are instances that live to 25 years. Until this age, cats live through genetics and good care. And in order for your animal to live with you as long as possible, you just need to properly care for it.
Not only genetics, but also care, nutrition, exercise, proper hygiene, sterilization or castration, and vaccinations affect life expectancy.
Persians differ from other breeds in that they have long hair and flattened muzzle.. And if the care is wrong, the animal can get sick. And because of the special structure of the respiratory system, his body poorly resists various infections. And before them the cats, one might say, are defenseless. To protect your pet from a dangerous disease for him, every year it is necessary to be vaccinated against influenza.
If you have little time to monitor the pet's fur, then you should not start this breed at all. Since the Persians' hair is very thick, a large number of mats quickly appear on it. And because of them, the animal's condition worsens.
In addition, if you are not going to breed the breed, the animal must be neutered or spayed.
If this is not done, serious health problems may occur, including cancer.
Getting yourself a Persian is worth taking the strongest. After all, if the kitten was born healthy, then he has a greater chance of a long life.
How to extend?
To prolong the life of these animals helps proper care for them. But for this breed is much more difficult to care because of the structure and appearance of cats.
Grooming
Since the Persians have a very long hair, it must be constantly combed out so that the mats do not appear.
This should be done with a metal comb with teeth rounded at the ends.
Combing wool should be done every day. And during the molt is done twice a day. To teach cats to this process should be from an early age. Pukhoderku not recommended. This item is used by experts to prepare the animal before the exhibition. And pass it only on the paws and face.
Bathing
Washing a Persian cat is a necessary process. At least once a month it must be carried out. During the shedding, it is worth washing more often, so that mats do not form. It is necessary to apply shampoo for animals with long hair, which is purchased in specialized stores.
After you have bathed your pet, it must be dried for a start with a soft towel, and then a hairdryer, at minimum speed.
It is impossible for an animal to dry naturally. It is necessary to accustom to bathing and the hair dryer since the early childhood.
Cleaning the ears, eyes, nose
One of the most important hygienic procedures is the care of the eyes, ears and nose. If you do not hold it, your pet will be sick. Ears are treated once a week with cotton pads, but first they need to be moistened with an ear care solution.
Eyes should be wiped with a soft cloth, which is also moistened with a special solution.
This manipulation should be carried out more often, 1 time in a couple of days, and even better - every day. Spout is processed once a week, with a solution of calendula. In that case, when they went strong discharge, it is worth contacting the veterinary clinic, and act as directed by a doctor. All the necessary processing solutions can be purchased at the pet store.
Nutrition
Here it is necessary to choose food suitable for age. If you sometimes feed your pet dry food, it should be selected for kittens, sterilized and adult cats separately. Feed them cheap food is strictly prohibited.
If you make a natural diet for your pet, it should consist of 40% meat, 20% dairy products and eggs, 15% by-products, 15% fiber and 5% seafood. Such a diet is a priority for Persian cats.
Common diseases
This breed has certain diseases that are hereditary. And they can pretty much shorten the life of your pet. These illnesses include heart disease - this is the most common problem. Also, cats suffer from problems with the urinary system, polycystic kidney disease.
Very often, such diseases do not manifest themselves in the early stages, and the first signs appear too late, and they can be the cause of death.
Therefore, in order not to miss the development of the disease at the initial stage, you should regularly visit the veterinarian.
Interesting Facts
Finally, consider some incredible facts that will be of interest to owners of furry aristocrats.
- It was the Persian cats set a record for the length of wool. And the longest fur was 23 cm.
- The most violent fan of this breed was the French cardinal. He very rarely appeared in society without his pet.
- Many consider these cats very lazy and slow, but they are not. They are also excellent hunters, and without any problems can catch small prey.
- Persians almost never make sounds, and they attract attention to themselves with the help of their piercing gaze.
This breed of cats lives quite a long time. But if you do not provide them with proper care, care and love, then life expectancy may be reduced.
These cats really need care, and if you do not have so much time for their care, then it is better not to get this breed of cats.
Other interesting facts about Persian cats, see below.