Who are Black Persian Cats
If you want a good friend for your family rather than a dog, Persian cats may be the best among cats.
Black cats look attractive for many cat lovers because of their elegant look and bright eyes. Because of some beliefs in the society, black cats are considered as a reason for bad luck. But nowadays, those beliefs are going away among the new generations. Now many countries around the world consider them as a sign of good luck. So don’t hesitate to buy a Black Persian cat.
Most black cats are like tiny panthers. But Black Persian cats are differ than other black cats. Main reason is their long, silky fur coating.
Origin and History of Black Persian Cats
It is not exactly clear when Black Persian cats originated. But it is believed that they were originated around 16th century.
They were imported from Italy to Persia, which is now Iran. That is why they were called Persian cats.
Appearance & Physical Attributes
Most interesting fact is Black Persian cats fit with any home decor. They looks larger mainly because of their color.
They have a round face and big eyes. Eyes are somewhat covered with their fur.
The term “Black” has several variables. Form pure black to other variations. Some cats are more Grey colored. But all of them are called Black Persian cats. They have a undercoat and top coat.
Normally a Black Persian cat weights about 12-14 pounds and 10-15 inches tall.
Their Behavior and Personality
Black Persian cats are very playful. They are the most fun to play hide and seek with. These Black Persian cats are more active than other Persian cats.
The personality mainly depends on how they are raised by the owner.
Persian cats are normally silent. So, Black cats too. Comparing with other cats, these Persian cats are inactive. But Black Persian cats are more active than other Persian cats.
Black Persian Cat Qualities
Adaptability is high. They can easily deal with changes. Also they like to meet new friends. So their stranger friendliness is OK.
Black Persian cats give a lot of affection towards the owner. But child friendliness is somewhat lower.
These cats hates dogs. But I have seen some rare situations they deal friendly with dogs.
The Persian cat breed is an inactive type of cat breed. They spend their day by sleeping or lounging on a sofa. But Black Persian cats show some activeness rather than normal Persian cats. But comparatively their energy level is low.
Intelligence level is good. But comparatively low with other “Black Cat” breeds.
Average life span
According to research, black cats have a protection against diseases rather than other cats. Their average life span is normally 14-18 years.
Types of Black Cat Breeds
Even there are several Black Cat breeds, they all are identical to each other. Black cats can come in a wide variety of cat roots. They come with both long fur and short fur variations. Black Persian cats are among the long hair variation
Norweigian Forest Cats
Normally lager than other breeds. They have long sturdy body and long legs. The coat is very thick. Sometimes it acts as a water repellent coat.
Maine Coon Cats
They also have a large body. Long silky coat is attractive. The texture may vary with the coat color. They have a doglike personality.
Persian Cats
They are the one we’re talking here. They are very domestic and adoptable. Quiet in behavior. Basic colors are white, black and brown.
Siberian Cats
They do not have special fur type. They are native to Russia. This cat has some similarities to Norweigian Forest cat.
Bombay Cats
This breed has only one solid color. Their cousin is Panther. In the name it implies that they live in Asian countries. They are also called as “Black Mamba” or “Mini Panther”. Their eyes range from gold to copper.
There is only one breed of cats that are exclusively black in color. They are Bombay cats. Even they are called a city named Bombay in India, there is no connection between origin and the city.
Oriental Cat
They are very social. Intelligence level is good. They are small in body size. The coat color is uniform across the entire body. So they are easily recognizable.
How to Groom and Look After a Black Persian
Grooming is essential for Persian cats. Some basic knowledge is needed when grooming. Groom will keep your Persian cat looks attractive.
- First clip the nails. This is for groomers safety.
- Then do a sanitary trim before bath. No 10 level of your grooming machine is perfects for this.
- Do a belly shaving with No 10 level.
- Bath the cat with warm water until coats get wet well.
- Use a degreasing shampoo. It will keep the fur oily. You can use a natural oil also. Then bath the cat well.
- Wash the face with a soft clothe.
- Use a hypo shampoo as the final step of bathing.
- Clean ears with a soft cleaner.
- Start drying the cat. Use a electrical dryer. Your cat will enjoy this step.
- Comb the coat to remove dead fur.
- Comb face and legs desperately with appropriate combs.
- Then again thoroughly comb the fur.
Names for Black Persian Cats
They are easy to name. Most names for black cats start with “Black….”. Blackie, Shadow, Cole, Licorice are popular among Black Persian cats.
Top Illness Claims for Persian Cats
All cats can inherit genetic health problems.
Persian cats prone to have kidney related diseases. It is called as polycystic kidney disease(PKD). The signs of illness appears after age of 5 years. This is a serious situation where you should meet a veterinarian.
To avoid minor health problems, Black cats needs a healthy diet and frequent exercises.
Factors Affect to the Cost of a Black Persian Cat
There are several factors that determine the cost of a Black Persian cat. Cats who fulfill all those factors are very high in price.
- Pedigree
- Age
- Coat color
- Eye color
- Location