Hi everyone, I'm looking for input/advice on the care of young male Persian who has come into our rescue and I am now fostering. His so called "owner" told us he came from a breeder, but was unable to provide any paperwork. So, obviously we can't consider him purebred, which is not an issue for the rescue anyway. The main thing is that this sweet boy, named Kurt, is out of situation in which he wasn't being cared for properly and was very stressful for him. He does have a flat face and I'm thinking he'd be considered a flame point because he has a cream colored body and orange/rust points. He's a gorgeous cat. He is neutered and approximately 2 1/2-3 years old. His coat is severely matted in places, so he already been shaved to remove the worst of the mats and one of the vet techs at the rescue, who is also a professional groomer, is going to gradually work on the rest. Right now, the poor sweet buy is totally traumatized. He lets me hold me and seems to like it, but has essentially retreated to under the bed in my spare room. His appetite has been poor, so we're keeping a close eye on that and I have a vet visit scheduled for this afternoon. I've socialized many feral and shy cats and kittens, so am confident with some time, patience, good care and a lot of love, Kurt will come around. In the meantime, any input regarding the care, personality, etc...of Persians would be appreciated. I'll post pics once Kurt has relaxed a little.
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