Persian cats are much-loved members of many households today. A quiet breed that enjoys snoozing and snuggling up in warm places, they’re known for being affectionate towards their favorite people, but very selective about who they “choose.” They have a tendency to warm strongly to one or a few special people, for whom they reserve all their love. Making them the purrrrfect family pet!
If you’ve ever been blessed enough to own a Persian cat, you might already know that, in 2021, they were 4th in the Cat Fanciers’ Association’s list of popular cat breeds. They are so sweet-natured and that fur!! who can resist it?
The persian are known for their “smushed” facial features, short legs, and of course their long soft fur.
Where did the Persian cat come from?
Persian cats had their beginnings in Persia, today we know it as Iran. The breed has developed t since the beginning and “modern-day Persian cats are said to be more closely related to cats of European origin rather than those of Western-Asian origin”.
The Persian cat’s ancestors were very likely running the streets of Persia and possibly ancient Egypt as well… because images of them are in hieroglyphics dating back as early as 1680’s.
They’re not typically energitic or overly active, preferring a calm, and quite existence. All in all, Persians make fantastic companions for families with children. They are affectionate and “low energy” with a loving streak that means they won’t make too many demands of your energy.