Meet Panther, The Absolutely Stunning Persian Cat (13 Pics)

The Persian Cat Breed: According to the Cat Fanciers' Association, Persians are one of the most popular breeds of cats. They've been around for a long time, with hieroglyphic references to the breed dating as far back as 1684 B.C. The Personality of Persian Cats: Persian cats are known for being sweet, gentle animals. Dr. Carlo Siracusa, DVM, PhD, MS, is an assistant professor of clinical animal behavior and the director of small animal behavior service in the Department of Clinical Sciences and Advanced Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine in Philadelphia and was once a breeder of Persian cats.