How Do You Identify A Persian Cat?
Also called a long haired cat, Persian cats add elegance to any house. You’ll deal with a lot of cat hairs, but hold a Persian in your lap when you watch TV and he’ll warm you in winter. Conversely, he’ll suffer more in hot, clammy weather. They’ve undergone some change in the course of breeding after the ’80s. Here’s how to identify a Persian cat. Study the cat’s face. Traditional Persians have “doll faces,” which distinguish them from the Ultra or flat face of later breeds. You can identify the Ultra breeds by their “bulldog” face, which makes the cat look as though he’s frowning. Look at the eyes. Persian cats have round, full eyes, unlike Oriental types that have almond-shaped eyes. Eye color may be bright or gold-flecked with prominent pupils. Check out the cat’s ears. Persians have short, pointed ears that tend to tilt forward. Look for fur protruding from the hollow of the ears. Watch the cat walk and check if he has short legs. Persians are heavy cats with thick bones, unlike t
