Persa
- Orientative weight
- 3.5–5.5 kg
- Life expectancy
- 12–17 years
- Energy
- Low
Temperament and daily life
Calm, gentle and quiet. Persians prefer a peaceful home and gentle handling and are usually not big climbers.
Health to keep an eye on
Flat faces are commonly associated with tear-staining, breathing and dental issues, and some lines with kidney disease. Choose carefully and keep up with check-ups.
Coat and grooming
Long, dense coat that mats easily; daily brushing and regular face cleaning.
Best suited to
Quiet households with an owner who will groom daily.
General tendencies only: every animal is an individual. Health notes are not a diagnosis; ask your vet about your own pet.
Care notes
Daily grooming. Watch breathing and tear staining.
Daily numbers for a typical adult
Dry food
60–85
g / day
Water
180–240
mL / day
Exercise
25–45
min / day
PatiTools estimates for a healthy adult in ideal condition at the breed's typical weight range, normal activity and neutered, using about 3.6 kcal per gram of dry food. Your pet may need more or less: ask your vet.
General guidance, not a clinical standard: we found no veterinary guideline that sets exact minutes. Adjust to your pet's fitness, age and health, and follow your vet's advice.
Age in human years
- 1 years ≈ 15 human years
- 2 years ≈ 24 human years
- 5 years ≈ 36 human years
- 8 years ≈ 48 human years
- 10 years ≈ 56 human years
- 12 years ≈ 64 human years
Approximate and general. For dogs, the table depends on size; individuals and breeds vary.
Dangerous for this pet
Emergency-level foods and substances to keep out of reach.
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Written by the PatiTools Editorial Team for general information. It is not veterinary advice and does not replace a vet.