Persian cats, advice?

layla2728 · #1 02-21-2007, 01:19 AM

My parents had a Persian cat when I was younger... she lived till she was 17. She was a wonderful cat, very affectionate and pretty calm. They are gorgeous cats... as everyone already said, they shed a lot, but you had to have already known that before asking

ETA: I have heard that Persians (especially the ones with blue eyes) are more prone to blindness, so you know.

Lady Pi Phi · #2 02-21-2007, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by layla2728

My parents had a Persian cat when I was younger... she lived till she was 17. She was a wonderful cat, very affectionate and pretty calm. They are gorgeous cats... as everyone already said, they shed a lot, but you had to have already known that before asking

ETA: I have heard that Persians (especially the ones with blue eyes) are more prone to blindness, so you know.

I also do know how true that is, but my cousin did have a white Persian cat with blue eyes (like the ones from the toilet paper commercial) and she was blind.

I adpoted my cat (shorthair) from the Humane Society. Normally our local human society has adoption fees that range from $75-$100, but every now and then they will waive their adoption fees and ask for donations instead. I don't know if any of your local shelters have anything like that, but I would recomend visiting a shelter/humane society/SPCA before going to a breeder. I don't know much about pure bred animals, but something strikes me as very odd if a pure bred Persian usually goes for $500 but this breeder is selling them for $50. Chances are it's not really a pure bred or there is something seriously wrong with the kittens.

KSUViolet06 · #3 07-01-2007, 11:21 PM

I started this thread awhile back and I just wanted to update. I decided that getting a purebred cat was dumb.

So last week, I went to http://www.petfinder.com and found the perfect cat from my local pet store, where all the animals are rescued strays.

Her listing said she was great for someone who lives in an apartment because she just likes to relax. So I went into the store this weekend to see her in person and she was adorable. She was also groomed, in good health, and spayed. I took her home the same day for a small donation.

Meet my new kitty, Trista!

http://www.petfinder.com/fotos/OH612...418325-3-x.jpg

AUDeltaGam · #4 07-01-2007, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

I started this thread awhile back and I just wanted to update. I decided that getting a purebred cat was dumb.

So last week, I went to http://www.petfinder.com and found the perfect cat from my local pet store, where all the animals are rescued strays.

Her listing said she was great for someone who lives in an apartment because she just likes to relax. So I went into the store this weekend to see her in person and she was adorable. She was also groomed, in good health, and spayed. I took her home the same day for a small donation.

Meet my new kitty, Trista!

http://www.petfinder.com/fotos/OH612...418325-3-x.jpg

She's beautiful!! Congratulations!!

ZChi4Life · #5 07-01-2007, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

Meet my new kitty, Trista!

http://www.petfinder.com/fotos/OH612...418325-3-x.jpg

Awww she's SO cute!!

Lily1909 · #6 07-01-2007, 11:27 PM

What a pretty kitty!

Kevin · #7 07-02-2007, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

I started this thread awhile back and I just wanted to update. I decided that getting a purebred cat was dumb.

So last week, I went to http://www.petfinder.com and found the perfect cat from my local pet store, where all the animals are rescued strays.

Her listing said she was great for someone who lives in an apartment because she just likes to relax. So I went into the store this weekend to see her in person and she was adorable. She was also groomed, in good health, and spayed. I took her home the same day for a small donation.

Meet my new kitty, Trista!

http://www.petfinder.com/fotos/OH612...418325-3-x.jpg

Holy crap.. that cat looks exactly like mine.

Looks like a Maine Coon.

When I first got my cat, the shelter had named it "Roger Coon..." An pure black cat named "Coon." That was changed immediately

_Lisa_ · #8 07-02-2007, 08:15 AM

Congrats on your new pet! I'm glad you went the petfinder route, good looking out!

cutie_cat_4ever · #9 07-02-2007, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by KSUViolet06

I started this thread awhile back and I just wanted to update. I decided that getting a purebred cat was dumb.

So last week, I went to http://www.petfinder.com and found the perfect cat from my local pet store, where all the animals are rescued strays.

Her listing said she was great for someone who lives in an apartment because she just likes to relax. So I went into the store this weekend to see her in person and she was adorable. She was also groomed, in good health, and spayed. I took her home the same day for a small donation.

Meet my new kitty, Trista!

http://www.petfinder.com/fotos/OH612...418325-3-x.jpg

Aww, she's so adorable <3 Congrats!

Still BLUTANG · #10 07-02-2007, 09:18 AM

beautiful kitty! i also got a Black shelter/rescue cat earlier this year.

ForeverRoses · #11 07-02-2007, 04:01 PM

AWE! Black cats are the best- I've had four of them so far and I have a huge soft spot for them.

But- because of the crazy/sickos out there, be careful around Halloween. Even if you decide to make her an indoor/outdoor cat- be sure not to let her out in October.

Still BLUTANG · #12 07-03-2007, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ForeverRoses

AWE! Black cats are the best- I've had four of them so far and I have a huge soft spot for them.

But- because of the crazy/sickos out there, be careful around Halloween. Even if you decide to make her an indoor/outdoor cat- be sure not to let her out in October.

thanks for the tip!

aggieAXO · #13 07-03-2007, 04:04 PM

Oh Lordie, where do I start. Since I have to work the overnight tonight and need to go back to bed I'll make this short. First of all most "breeders" I meet are backyard breeders so to speak. In fact one of my clients I see about evey 6 to 12 months (keep in mind I am at an EC so I am not the regular vet) breeds persians and his cats are always sickly looking-chronic URI, diarrhea, nasty eyes, no nares to breath etc... Persians are known for having chronic nasal and eye problems. If you do end up getting one make sure you get a return policy and make sure you are able to tour the facility (which in most cases is some stinky persons house). If you see any of the persians with sneezing, nasal or eye discharge (which most will have) I would not purchase. Also, have the kitten checked by your veterinarian right away. They are long haired and you will be vacuuming very frequently (unless you get the cat shaved). BTW, make sure the parents have benn screened for polycystic kidney disease-a very common disease in persians that can lead to kidney failue, chronic illness and eventually euthanasia. My guess is if this person is selling them for 50$ he or she is a backyard breeder and does not have his or her cats screened for eye/kidney or nasal problems. Be aware of the cheap price you get what you pay for.

ETA: I just read the rest of the thread, congrats on a beautiful kitty and I am glad you adopted from a rescue organization

thanks for saving a life.