How long do Persian cats live? If you're thinking of getting a Persian cat, you'll be happy to know that they are one of the longest living cat breeds. Their life expectancy is between 12-15 years.

The first domestic cats were short-haired, but the long-haired variety has been around for thousands of years. The Persian long-hair mutation is very ancient, Lyons said, noting that her lab has ...

Persians are considered to be medium to large breed cats, weighing anywhere between seven to 13lbs. They reach an average height of between 10-15in tall, with males being a bit taller and heavier.