Persian
The longhaired aristocrat demands daily brushing and eye care. Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is the breed's signature hereditary disease; the flat face brings mild airway and eye issues.
Tempérament : Serene and elegant, low activity, enjoys being admired
🩺 Maladies fréquentes et risques
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD)
30%+ carrier rate — DNA test/ultrasound
Tear staining / eye issues
Flat face blocks tear drainage — clean daily
Hairballs
Ultra-long coat plus lazy grooming — management is mandatory
Mild brachycephalic airway issues
Keep cool in summer
Ringworm
Hard to treat and disinfect on longhaired cats
📋 Dépistages conseillés et fréquence
- #1Kidney ultrasound / PKD test (early)
- #2Eye exam (annual)
- #3Kidney values (annually from mid-life)
🍚 Nutrition
Wet food and water stations protect the kidneys; hairball formula or paste.
🛁 Soins quotidiens
Brush daily, bathe regularly; wipe tear stains daily; air-conditioned summers.
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