Side by side
Put a few breeds side by side before you make up your mind.
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| Breed |  Himalayan |  Persian |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | United States and United Kingdom | Iran |
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Coat | Long | Long |
| Weight | 3.2–5.5 kg | 3–6.5 kg |
| Lifespan | 9–15 yrs | 10–17 yrs |
| Energy | 3/10 | 3/10 |
| Affection | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Grooming needs | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Vocality | 2/10 | 2/10 |
| Good with kids | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Good with pets | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Shedding | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Flat fit | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Editor score | 3.8 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Running cost | €96 / month | €99 / month |
Himalayan verdict
The colourpoint Persian, and the daily care it asks for
Get one if
- · Calm, quiet households
- · People who enjoy a daily grooming routine
- · Flat dwellers and home workers
Think again if
- · Very busy or noisy homes
- · Households in hot climates without cooling
- · Owners who cannot commit to daily combing and eye care
Persian verdict
A long-coated cat with strong opinions about calm
Get one if
- · Quiet adult households
- · People who enjoy daily grooming rituals
- · Flat living with no climbing needs
Think again if
- · Busy homes with toddlers or boisterous dogs
- · Anyone unwilling to comb daily
- · Tight budgets, grooming and vet costs are high