Cat breed guide
Persian (modern)
A long, thick, fine coat that needs daily combing with a metal comb to prevent tangles, plus daily eye wiping. Persians are sweet, gentle and relatively low energy, happy to be petted by children but unlikely to join boisterous games. They suit calm indoor homes.
Persian (modern) at a glance
- Adult weight, male
- 4 to 6.5 kg
- Adult weight, female
- 3.5 to 5.5 kg
- Lifespan
- 14 to 16 years
- Coat
- long and thick, standing off from the body, fine texture
Ratings
Petboost editorial ratings from 1 to 5, drawn from the breed standard text under Sources. A breed with no basis in the sources for a rating shows none.
- Shedding
- Grooming effort
- Energy
- Good with children
- Suits an apartment
5 means it sheds heavily
5 means it needs the most grooming
5 means it needs a lot of exercise
5 means it suits a family best
5 means it copes best in a small home
Comparisons
Next steps
- Find a local groomer or daycarePet businesses near you that take bookings online.
- Cat age in human yearsFrom a formula, not the seven-to-one rule.
Sources
- Petboost breed reference data, adult weight ranges (breed list snapshot).
- Governing Council of the Cat Fancy, Persian, https://www.gccfcats.org/getting-a-cat/choosing/cat-breeds/persian/, read 5 Oct 2026
- Cat Fanciers' Association, Persian breed profile, http://cfa.org/breed/persian/, read 5 Oct 2026
General information about the breed, not veterinary advice. Speak with your vet about your own pet.