The topic of how to care for a Persian cat is very popular. Although, in fact, information on this topic mainly consists of legends, rumors and delusions. Therefore, some recommendations on how to care for a Persian cat, will be very useful to all fans and fans of this breed. Perhaps some of you will help them become happy owners of long-haired cats. Keep your pets healthy and beautiful is very simple.
Combing.
Persian cats can not be combed with a "puffer". Ideally for the Persian wool, a steel comb with long teeth is suitable, but, in no case, not with sharp teeth. There are special professional hairbrushes:
- Comb of the firm Jimpet - such a comb has denticles, which are arranged in two ways of frequency;
- Professional comb firm All System.
If there is no opportunity to buy a professional hairbrush, get a pair of combs: one with long and thick teeth, and the other with long, but rare denticles.
Accustoming your pet to the procedure of combing is a laborious process, so it's necessary to start getting to know the cat with a comb as early as possible. Softly, but very persistently during the game, accustom the kitten to the comb. Put the cat upside down on your lap. Start combing with hair on the neck. Gently and gently comb the hair in the armpits and between the front paws, then on the stomach and then on the hind legs. The animal is combed first against the direction of growth of the coat, and then in the direction of growth of the coat. Lower the cat on the feet and comb the hair on the back and tail. The procedure of combing should be done daily during the taming of the kitten to the comb.
Bathing.
Usually Persian cats bathe once a month. Although if you have an uncastrated cat, you may have to bathe it more often. This is due to the secretion of the sebaceous gland, which is located at the base of the tail. Such secretions smell unpleasant and pollute the tail.
Before you start bathing the cat should be well combed. If the animal has formed koltuny, be sure to comb them all before bathing. To do this, a comb with denticles of different lengths is suitable. Choose a shampoo for washing your Persian cat is very simple:
- Normal shampoo for normal hair with a neutral pH level. Do not use shampoos that are declared as "3 in 1" or "2 in 1";
- A good shampoo for children;
- Special shampoos for animals;
- To combat fleas fit shampoo Frontlaine firm Merial, or shampoo Advantage firm Bayer.
Water for washing the cat should not be hot, but not cold. The optimum temperature is 38 degrees, as it corresponds to the body temperature of the cat. The main thing to remember when bathing is a thorough rinsing after each lathering of the wool. How many times you will wash the cat with shampoo depends on the degree of contamination of the coat. Just rinse the animal under the shower can not. It is necessary to use a small basin or a baby bath. Carefully soak the cat's fur with water, then apply a small amount of shampoo to the animal's back and stomach. Gradually rub the shampoo into the coat. A small amount of shampoo apply to the sponge and whip the foam. Sponge with foam, wash the hair in the direction of growth. Very gently wash the coat on the face. Shampoo and water should not get into your ears and eyes. Throughout the washing procedure, the cat must stand on its legs in the basin. Add water to the bowl and rinse off some of the shampoo from the animal's fur. After that, wash the cat once more. Rinse the coat of the cat before the full washing of the shampoo after each application of the shampoo. While the cat is standing in the basin, water it with a shower, washing off the shampoo and filling the basin with water. Water in the basin also flush the coat of the cat. Rinsing of the coat should be at least three times after each soaping before the next. The last water for rinsing can be slightly acidified. To do this, add a little vinegar or lemon juice to it. After completing the bath, wrap the cat in a large towel and gently pat the entire six to completely remove moisture.
Before drying the damp coat of a Persian cat, be sure to gently comb it in the direction of hair growth. In the drying process, wool is also important to comb. Even after careful drying, the percentage of moisture on the cat's fur will remain. Try not to keep the cat in a cold room or draft for a few hours.
Eyes, ears and claws of an animal also need care.
Ears.
Care for the ears of the animal implies a weekly cleaning with a special cotton swab with warm boiled water, or to care for the ears can use hydrogen peroxide. Also suitable are special products for cosmetic care for the ears of animals. With extreme care, wipe the auricle and the inside of the ear. The swab should be carefully squeezed. Do not allow moisture to enter the ear canal. The procedure for caring for the ears of an animal is the same as caring for the ears of a person.
Eyes.
Behind the eyes of the Persians, additional care is required, since the special form of Persian muzzle contributes to the additional pressure on the lacrimal canals and increased lacrimation. The usual condition is characterized by transparent "tears" with a slight brown tinge. Excess moisture from the eyes of Persians can be removed with a usual soft cosmetic napkin. Caring for a cat in this way is necessary daily, or, if time permits, several times a day. In case of accumulation in the corners of the eyes of a dried up secretion, the napkin is moistened with boiled water. In the water, you can add a few drops of eucalyptus tincture.
Claws.
The nail cutting procedure is necessary for the front paws once every two weeks, and for the hind legs 1 time per month. Cutting nails will help ensure the integrity of the skin of your hands and feet, as well as furniture and carpets. To cut your nails, you will need a special tool - "claw" of a small size. You can buy it at any pet shop.
Put the cat on your lap, calm it and stroke it. Lightly press the foot pad to release the claws. Hold the cat's finger firmly, cut the sharp tip of the nail, but before reaching the blood vessel. You can easily examine it for clearance. This procedure for caring for a Persian cat is not at all complicated, quite feasible at home. You do not need a special visit to the vet.
Feed.
The main condition for your Persian cat to retain its health, beauty and longevity is proper nutrition. Provide your pet with all the necessary substances and vitamins will help the following feeds:
- Royal Canin;
- Acana;
- Hills;
- 1st Choice;
- Eagle Pack;
- Jams.
From the good general health and condition of the Persian cat depends on his appearance and well-being, as well as a long life with his beloved master.