Hand-raised Himalayan and Persian kittens in Waterford, VA. Call 571-479-3216 to arrange a visit.
THE FRIENDLY KITTENS BLOG

Guides to Himalayan and Persian cats

Straight answers from over 31 years of raising Himalayan and Persian kittens in our home in Waterford, Virginia: what they cost, how to choose one, and how to care for them.

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COST GUIDE

How Much Does a Himalayan or Persian Kitten Cost?

What you should expect to pay for a Himalayan or Persian kitten, what the price should include.

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BREED GUIDE

Himalayan vs Persian Cat: What’s the Difference?

Same coat, same gentle nature. The real difference between a Himalayan and a Persian comes down to colour, and here is what that means.

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BUYER’S CHECKLIST

How to Choose a Healthy Himalayan or Persian Kitten

Questions to ask, paperwork to see, and the signs of a healthy, well-socialised kitten — plus the red flags that should make you walk away.

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CARE GUIDE

Himalayan and Persian Cat Grooming: A Simple Routine

A few minutes most days is all it takes. The simple brushing and eye-care routine we teach every family who adopts from us.

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COLOUR GUIDE

Himalayan Cat Colours: Seal, Blue, Flame, Chocolate and Lilac Point

What seal, blue, flame, chocolate and lilac point mean, why Himalayan kittens are born pale, and how Persian colours differ.

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Three seal point Himalayan kittens on a cat tree
NEW KITTEN

Bringing Home a Himalayan Kitten: First Week Checklist

A supplies list, a plan for the first night, and how to introduce your new kitten to children and other pets.

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Two blue point Himalayan kittens hand raised in Waterford, Virginia
LOCAL GUIDE

Himalayan Kittens for Sale in Virginia: Finding a Breeder Near You

Where to find Himalayan and Persian kittens in Northern Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland and West Virginia — and what to look for when you do.

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HEALTH GUIDE

Himalayan and Persian Cat Health Problems: What Owners Should Know

PKD, eyes, breathing, teeth and coat: the health issues that matter most in Persian-type breeds, and how responsible breeding lowers the risks.

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A child holding one of our grown Himalayan cats at home
FAMILY GUIDE

Are Himalayan Cats Good with Kids and Other Pets?

Why Himalayans and Persians make such good family cats, and how to help a new kitten settle in with children, dogs and other cats.

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ALLERGIES

Are Himalayan and Persian Cats Hypoallergenic?

The honest answer on allergies and long-haired cats, and what to do if someone in your household is sensitive.

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LIFESPAN

How Long Do Himalayan and Persian Cats Live?

With good care many live well into their teens. What helps a Himalayan or Persian live a long, healthy life.

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Himalayan kittens playing on the cat tree
TWO KITTENS

Should You Adopt Two Kittens? Littermates and Multi-Kitten Homes

Why two kittens can be easier than one, what to plan for, and our multiple-kitten discount.

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A black Persian kitten being carried by one of the family
CHOOSING

Male or Female Himalayan Kitten: Which Should You Choose?

Boys tend to be bigger, but personality matters far more than sex. How to choose the right kitten for your home.

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A litter of Himalayan kittens with their mothers at home
INDOOR LIFE

Keeping a Himalayan or Persian Happy Indoors

Long-coated breeds do best indoors. Simple ways to keep your cat content, active and safe.

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Ready to meet the kittens?

Call Sean on 571-479-3216 to ask what is available and book a visit to our home in Waterford, VA.

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