Persian Care And Grooming

Grooming your Persian is great for bonding. It is best to start routine grooming when they are young kittens. At Moon Cloud Cattery we groom our kittens daily and we highly recommend their new families do the same. Most Persians who are groomed regularly from the time they are kittens become more comfortable with the process, which will make grooming your cat easier on both of you. Regular brushing is incredibly important to avoid matting, especially with a Persian cat! Brush and comb your cat’s hair starting at the base of the hair, near the skin, and combing outwards. We use a GREYHOUND COMB first to help remove any loose hair. The comb will catch any tangles or matts that a brush often misses. Once you come across a tangle or matt, use the comb to help comb it out. Follow with a regular pet brush to smooth the top coat. Try to brush your Persian cat at least three times a week and always brush out your cat thoroughly before bathing. A wet Persian is VERY prone to matting. Make sure to check inside your Persians ears. This important step is often overlooked by most cat owners. By cleaning their ears with a warm, damp, cloth once a week, you can clean out any debris or buildup. Trimming your Persian's claws is very important. When cat’s nails get too long they get stuck on objects like blankets, carpets, scratching posts etc. If the nail gets stuck it is possible for your cat to break the nail, which can cause bleeding and pain. It might even cause a visit to the vet depending on how bad the break is. Make sure to use cat nail clippers about every 2 weeks to take the tips off of your cat’s nails. If you are unsure how to do this yourself do not hesitate to contact us, we are always here to support you for the entire life of your Moon Cloud Cattery kitten. One of the most important things is to remember to clean the eyes of your kitten every single day, at least once a day. Even if you do NOT see a dark colour on their face. At Moon Cloud Cattery we make a Boric Acid eye wash to clean our cats and kittens eye area. To make the eye wash all out need is boric acid (found at any pharmacy) and boiled water. Boil water in a kettle, when it is done pour one cup of water into a bottle and add one teaspoon of boric acid powder. Stir until the powder is dissolved and let cool. Apply the water to a soft face cloth (we use ones meant for babies) and gently clean in the face folds and around the eyes. When the eyes are sufficiently clean use a dry cloth and carefully dry fur. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CUT YOUR CAT'S FUR YOURSELF! Persians are known for their long, beautiful fur. Sometimes there may be reasons your cat needs a haircut, whether it is due to warm weather, a matted coat, or maybe you just want a bit of a break from the demanding grooming needs. Whatever the reason, make sure to have a groomer do it for you! Cats have very thin skin that is really easy to accidentally cut. When a cat gets a cut during grooming a tiny nick will open up into a big gaping wound. Avoid injury by taking your Persian to an experienced cat groomer. A “Lion Cut” is a popular cut for long haired cats. We often cut our girls fur into a "Lion Cut" after they have been bred so that it is easier for them to clean themselves at the end of pregnancy and after they give birth. If you are sure to continue to groom your kitten after they come home with you it should continue to be easy to maintain. Persians do require more care than your typical domestic longhair but they are so worth it !!