Guide to Body Language

Each Persian kitten has her own particular set of actions and expressions that express how she is feeling. Of course how your Persian kitten exhibits behavior will also depend on the circumstances. Use the following chart to help you get a better understanding of your Persian kitten's body language, but make a point to watch your Persian kitten's own individual personality quirks.

The following chart is great to help you identify your Persian kitten's frame of mind. As your read each category, remember your Persian kitten may have one or all of the listed behaviors. This is merely a guide to help you along the way. The best bet is to observe and interpret to get a clearer understanding of your Persian kitten. Also note that the Persian's personality is the breeds best quality. A Persian is extremely sweet, gentle, and very tolerant to family environment. Persians are low key while also being equally willing to play. Persians love to curl up on your lap, and they are great will small children. If you're looking for the ultimate family pet, then a Persian kitten is simply purrrfect.

Persian Kitten Being Friendly and Relaxed

• Ears pricked slightly forward
• Whiskers stand straight out from the face
• Tail upright or relaxed
• Purring
• Hair smooth and flat
• Stalking
• Dilated pupils
• Chattering (if feeling playful).

Persian Kitten Frightened

• Hair up on back and tall
• Tail lashing or held close to body
• Whiskers flattened against face
• Ears pulled flat against the head, pointed down
• Crouching sideways
• Hissing, growling, or spitting

Persian Kitten Annoyed

• Tip of tail twitches
• Whiskers pulled back tightly against face
• Ears flat against head

Persian Kitten Sick

• Eyes half closed
• Tail between legs
• Whiskers and ears in abnormal positions for long periods
• Loud purring when stroked