Before You Go Buying Exotic Shorthair Kittens

By Ann Stevens


Many people on this planet have taken into their lives animal companions in the form of pets. The most popular choices are usually between cats and dogs, and you may have decided to pick the former as your choice. Thus in your search for a pet, you are probably looking at several exotic shorthair kittens sellers so that you can purchase a kitten of your own. Before you do however, it is a good idea to read on and learn more about the breed at hand.

The exotic shorthair is just another name for the cat called the Short haired Persian. And it is a new breed that has only been around fifty years or so. In all, it is really a Persian in all respects except that it has a shorter fur coat. Due to its short coat, it sheds very minimally and is considered as a non shedding breed.

Grooming the shorthair is easier than most, and although it is not prone to matting and tangling it is still recommended that there should be a weekly brushing. This weekly brushing not only necessary to reduce the occurrence of hairballs but also to keep the coat groomed and beautiful all the time. The brushing activity also will strengthen the bond between cat and master also.

The temperament of the shorthair is very much like the regular Persian and it is very friendly. It will tend to gravitate to people and is very warm and welcoming with its master all the time, always looking for an inviting lap for it to lay on. It is also very easy to please this cat as it can be quite happy with a paper ball or even just a piece of string to play with.

Due to precautions taken by early breeders of this cat, it is not prone to any genetic abnormalities or diseases. However it will develop some tear duct complications as well as some sinuses when it gets on in age.

The lifespan of this cat can reach 8 to 15 years depending on how good and well it is maintained and taken cared of. It is a medium sized cat but can look much bigger than it actually is due to its puffy coat. In adulthood it can reach a range of 7 to 12 pounds for both males and females.

This cat also does not figure well in any scrap or a fight with any other animal. Thus it must always be kept inside at all times for its own safety. The loving nature of this cat when it comes to humans makes it an easy target for cat thieves or for anyone that wants an expensive cat for free. Always treat it as an indoor cat at all times.

This article has shown some important points to consider before making a commitment to getting this particular breed. There are of course other factors that you should research on also to help you make a solid decision. Remember that it takes a lot of responsibility in becoming a pet owner, whether for a cat, a dog or otherwise.




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