The Persian cat is a breathtakingly beautiful breed with snub noses, round cheekbones, and long hair. They are calm, loving cats who enjoy being held, but they are also willing to lounge around quietly. Perfect lap warmers; they make purring noises!

Persian cats are among the oldest cat breeds, dating back to the 1600s. Although their origin is unknown, it is thought that they originated in Mesopotamia, later known as Persia (thus the name), and is now modern-day Iran. They are claimed to have been smuggled out of Persia in the 17th century by European adventurers.

This Middle Eastern cat has long been a favorite of historical personalities like Florence Nightingale as well as royalty like Queen Victoria. Additionally, they have appeared in films, such as Mr. Bigglesworth in the Austin Powers series and as Blofeld’s pet in the James Bond series.