The Peke-Face Persian is a gentle, quiet, serene individual like the Persian. The Peke-Faced Persian makes an ideal indoor house pet because of its tranquil nature.

An affectionate loving breed the Peke-Faced Persian will do quite well living in an apartment. Because it has such a mild and retiring disposition, this breed may not be well suited for houses with other animals and small children. Typically regarded as a one-person cat, the Peke-Faced Persian is still a very social animal and is usually friendly to all.

Like the Persian, the Peke-Faced Persian has an exceptionally long, beautiful, silky coat, in addition to a thick dense undercoat. Most noticeable is its long neck ruff. Its body is short and cobby, with short legs and a medium length tail. Its head is round with small round ears resting comfortably on top. The face of the Peke-Faced Persian is quite different from that of the standard Persian. This breed is reminiscent of the Pekingese dog, because it has virtually no muzzle, its nose is depressed, short, and indented between the eyes, giving him a very flat faced appearance. Adding to these Pekingese features are a constant snuffle, wrinkles above the nose, and large bulging eyes. The recognized colors for this breed vary from different organizations, the most common is either solid red or red tabby; some organizations do not recognize the Peke-Faced Persian as a separate breed and merely classify them as Persians, thereby allowing all of the colors associated with Persians.

First occurring by natural mutation within the red and red tabby Persians, the Peke-Face Persian is prone to weeping, caused by problems with sinuses and tear ducts. In addition to these problems a high mortality among kittens is noted.

In addition to the tear duct and sinus problems associated with this breed, the Peke-Faced Persian is also prone to overcrowding of teeth. Regular brushing is needed to prevent tangles and matting of its long coat and dense undercoat.

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