Persian Cat

Persians, referred to in hieroglyphics as early as 1684 B.C., are probably the most popular breed of long-haired cats in this country today. Although the exact origin of the Persian breed is basically speculation, popular belief is that they originated in Persia and made their way to the western world probably by caravan... secreted among the bolts of colorful silk cloth, jars of spices, bottles of exotic oils, and treasure chests of jewels heaped on the backs of camels.
 
 Persians have long, luxuriously flowing, high-maintenance coats which are divided, for purposes of "show" competition, into seven color divisions ... solid color, silver and gold, shaded and smoke, tabby, particolor, bicolor, and Himalayan.
 
 The Persian's wonderful pansy-like face with large "telling" eyes has captured many a human heart. Because Persians have short heavily-boned legs supporting short, stocky bodies, they usually are not jumpers and climbers.
 
 Persians have a sweet, gentle disposition, and generally, they are more at home in a secure, serene setting.