Persian Care

cat persianWithin this web page, several facts regarding different types of persians will be stated, for more information visit Wikipedia, which has a great article on persians.

Grooming

  1. Groom your persians once each day, most people usually use a hair comb or bristle brush. If you encounter a large knot, try and separate it with your fingers to avoid hurting your cat, also cutting the knot out is an effective method

  2. Bath your persian at least once per month, however as most cats, persians are not fond of water. Get a bowl, such as washing up bowl and fill it with warm (not hot) water. Use a cat shampoo to was your cat and remember to dry and brush afterwards to avoid knots.

  3. Remember to check and wipe eyes regularly, persians eyes are prone to infections, and typically run often. Get a damp cloth and wipe away any visible dirt.


Skin

  1. Check their skin for cuts and abrasions, if found, use antiseptic to ensure an infection does not occur.

  2. As persians have dense fur, this can be the ideal place for fleas and other parasites. First ensure your persian wears a flea collar, which should help prevent some fleas, however remember to check their fur manually.