We have two indoor/outdoor cats. Should I not consider a persian for this reason?
There are several reasons why Persians should be indoor only...but it is ultimately your choice...they love to be outside just like any other cat.
1. Persians have long hair, if they are caught out in the rain they mat straight to the skin if not dried quickly. Also barkdust, tree leaves, grass clippings, sand, dirt, all get caught in the coat causing matting.
2. Obviously there is the issues of harm...dogs, traffic, and desease that can transfer from animal to animal.
3. Take desease...Persians with smushy faces are more prone to resperatory infections...while the Classic Persians( with a nose) are not.
4. Then there is the Persian mentailty of being breed for docility, gentleness, and affection. They will follow anyone home...do you want to spend alot of money to have a neighboor adopt that cute little kitty they found outside?
With indoor outdoor cats in the house, they may inadvertently get the persian sick, but you run that risk every time they go in and out with or without the persian...so..what can I tell you...if you live in the country, or have other circumstances, you would be the one to judge what is a good idea, and what isn't.
I have had people tell me of their cats, that have been stolen when they went out, or cats stolen by contractors and plumbers,.... who is to say that the kitty didn't just get out...Persians are smart...but they are also very trusting...of everyone....
I hope this helped you make a decision one way or the other...let me know if I can help in any other way...best wishes Laura Peters Paz 4 Play
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