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The Persian is truly a domesticated cat. He loves to be with people and to show affection to those who love it. The Persian cat is docile and sweet. The purchase of a healthy kitten cannot be overemphasized. Before making your final selection, take a few minutes to observe the kitten you are interested in buying. Look for an alert and active kitten. A healthy kitten's eyes should be clear and free from irritation, tearing or discharge; the coat should be clean, thick, and glossy. A sneezing kitten with a runny nose may have a serious respiratory problem.
When you purchase a new Persian cat or kitten, regardless of the source, it should already have been vaccinated and it should be accompanied by some type of health guarantee that it is free of disease at the time of purchase.
Persian cats are prone to Feline Polycystic Kidney Disease which is reported to occur at high frequency in the Persian cat population worldwide. This condition is characterized by formation of cysts on the kidneys due to accumulation of urine in the parts of the kidney that secrete urine (nephrons). Another inherited condition that affects Persian cats is Chédiak/Higashi Syndrome characterized by the presence of defective genes resulting in diminished ability to kill bacteria and ingested microorganisms. Some affected Persians may have eye abnormalities and bleed excessively after a surgical procedure.
In addition, Persians, along with Persian and Siamese cat breeds, will more frequently than other breeds have inherited eye problems, including cataracts, entropion, lens luxation, glaucoma, retinal dysplasia and progressive retinal atrophy.
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