Well, Persian cats should come from Persia which is now Iran. Of course we are referring to the original Persian cats because nowadays you can say that Persians mainly come from America where they are extensively bred. For decades Persians … Continue reading →
Six flat-faced Persian cats arrived at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in one week because they required medical treatment for issues relating to the fact that they have been selectively bred in an extreme manner causing an unnaturally flat face. … Continue reading →
Cat inbreeding causes what is described as “inbreeding depression” which is another term for general weakness. Robinson’s Genetics for Breeders and Veterinarians provides a list of signs of inbreeding depression which are as follows: There may be a decline in … Continue reading →
by Lisa James (Green Cove Springs, FL) Introduction by Michael (Admin): These are the words of an experienced Persian cat breeder who has strong views on the subject. It was written several years ago but I have brought the post … Continue reading →
By Rudolph.A.Furtado (in Mumbai India) Saturday (27-9-2014): Following India’s first cat show in Bangalore on 23rd April 2013, Mumbai has hosted the country’s second. I live in Mumbai close to the air conditioned show venue (Stallion Banquets) and care for two purebred Persian … Continue reading →
By Pat Kingsnorth – Ark on the Edge – animal sanctuary One June morning in 2000 I was rung by the RSPCA and the call enlightened me in the world of breeding. They had been alerted to a breeder and had found … Continue reading →
Cat in Pakistan. Tabby and White seem to be the most common of all feral cat coats. Photo by Monazza Talha The persecuted animals in Pakistan find themselves in a country where animal welfare is said to be an “alien … Continue reading →
by Michael Black Torbie and White Persian – photo copyright Helmi Flick – please respect it. A reasonable number of people search for Persian cat breeders in Ohio. I find it can be a bit difficult to quickly lay your … Continue reading →
