Persian cats are one of the most domesticated among all feline species in the world and especially here in the United States. The reasons are many, including their beautiful fur, loving nature and laid back attitude. Here are some interesting facts that you probably didn't know about Persian cats.

ñ  Persian cats were first introduced to the western world by Italian traveler Pietro della Valle. He got the felines from Persia and brought them to his homeland in Italy in the year 1620

ñ  Queen Victoria of Britain owned blue Persian cats and was very fond of them. This was one of the primary reasons for their popularity in British aristocratic circles during the 19^th century.

ñ  Persians have a sweet temperament and are more inclined to sit along your side then your lap. They also mingle with other pets pretty easily.

ñ  These cats are essentially land based and don't have the inclination to climb or jump like their Siamese cousins. They have strong boned legs for giving firm support to their wide bodies.

ñ  Persian cats come in a wide variety of colors. Whites with blue eyes, green eyes or odd eyes ( one of each) Chinchilla Silver, Golden, silver, smoke colored, shaded, tabby, bi-colored, parti-colored can be found around the world.

Persians are an indoor cat variety and should be treated with love and regality. Remember, they are believed to come out of royal courts and require treatment befitting their history!

Things to Consider While Getting Your Own Persian Kitten

Persian kittens are indoor pets by nature. These beauties are extremely laid back and were the choice pets of Kings in the past. They demand proper caring and grooming. Some of the points to consider while getting a new Persian cat are -

ñ  Grooming: The rich fur on their bodies is the first thing you'll notice about these pretty kittens. The fur can get knotted and tangled if not groomed regularly. So care should be taken to brush regularly.

ñ  Adaptation: Care should be taken to help your cat to adapt to its surroundings. This may take time or can happen immediately. All you need to do is make it feel comfortable by playing with it and nurturing it daily.

ñ  Shedding: Persian cats will shed hair but not a lot as might be expected from their furry disposition. Using shedding gloves can make your work easier and keep you house clean and hair free.

ñ  Bathing and eye care: These kittens require bath once a month at the most. Shampoos can be used but with care to avoid the face and eyes of your pet. The eyes of a Persian could tear. So, keep them clean if need be.

A Persian cat is a great pet to have. They aren't interfering creatures and like to lie around and usually live for around 15-20 years on the average. Play with them, spoil them as you would  your own child and you can have a longtime friend.

Care for Your Persian Kitty the Right Way

Animal care is an importnat task for your new baby, especially looking after your Persian cats as they require some special attention. Even though Persian cats have soft, long fur, shedding is quite minimal  Caring for these furred delicate beauties is not much of a hassle as long as you follow few simple Persian cat care tips.

Fur issues

Even though the long fur doesn’t shed frequently brushing and combing can prevent the coat from getting matted and can provide a very nice bonding time between you and your new baby.  Prevent any fur problems by giving your cat a nice long brush and comb along the matted region to unknot the fur.

Apart from preventing tangling, combing your Persian cat’s hair can help get rid of the dead fur on its undercoat. You can get your Persian cat’s fur snipped into a lion clip, which will make it look similar to a lion’s fur and will also keep dirt from sticking onto the cat’s fur.

Toxic free toys

While playing with your Persian kitty, don’t use your hand especially when there are games involving biting. Instead, buy a few toxic free toys that can help prevent unwanted injuries and hand-biting habits.

Detergents should be kept away

Persian cats are naturally curious and they like to smell and lick everything that triggers their curiosity. Keep detergents, soaps and other hazardous chemicals away or in a stored space. Try putting the cat n a secured area while you clean the house, to avoid any untoward incidents.