- Sweet temperament
- Laid back
- Long, thick coat
- Heavily boned
- "Cobby" body
- Straight, short tail
- Large, round eyes
- Small, flat nose
- Generally good with kids
- Short legs
- Large, round head
- Small, forward-tilting ears
Ideal Weight
Cats ideally weigh between 7-12 lbs, but a vet can help you determine what your cat should weigh based on his/her bone size. Persians tend to be heavier than other breeds.