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Persian catsexpensive require lots of care2007-11-25 12:25:02

are they "exotic" cats. Why a person want to NOT buy one ?

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The Persian cat is one of the oldest breeds of cat. In Britain, it is called the "Longhair" or "Persian Longhair" (tipped varieties are known as "Chinchilla").

The Persian cat originates from Persia, but interbreeding of Angoras with native British domestic longhairs in the 19th Century makes the true origin of the breed unclear. The Persian's European debut is credited to Pietro Della Valle, an Italian traveller.

The breed was originally established with a short (but not non-existent) muzzle, but over time this feature has become extremely exaggerated, particularly in North America, and Persians with the more extreme brachycelphalic head type are prone to a number of health problems (specifically affecting their sinuses and breathing) caused by it.

Because their fur is too long and dense for them to maintain themselves, Persian cats need regular grooming. To keep their fur in its best condition, they must be bathed regularly, dried carefully afterwards, and brushed thoroughly every day. Their eyes need to be checked for problems on a regular basis because some animals have trouble keeping them clean.

Prices may vary according to region. I am in the Southeastern United States. These are the ranges I see:

Pet-quality: $250-$500

Show-quality: $800-$2500

Breeder-quality: $500-$900

Top-show: $5500

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A lot of fur to clean up

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They are known for being very sweet and people-responsive cats. I have no idea what one might cost. There are many breeders out there and you just have to look around for one if that's what you want.