The lion cat has many names, such as Linshi cat, Linqing cat, etc. The main origin is Shandong, so it is also called Shandong lion cat. Because it is similar in appearance to a Persian cat, there are also some pet vendors who use it as a Persian cat to deceive customers. So what are the differences between a lion cat and a Persian cat? Here's how to distinguish and care for a lion cat.

1. The historical origin of Shandong lion cats

1. Raised by ancient palaces

Shandong lion cats actually have an independent system and are raised by ancient palaces. The origin is Linqing County, Shandong Province, so it is also called Linshi cat or Linqing cat. It was bred from a cross between a blue-eyed Persian cat and a yellow-eyed local domestic cat.

2. Persian cats are often mistaken for

The long-haired white cats produced locally have spread all over the continent and have various colors, but the most famous one is white. Blue eyes, amber eyes, or eyes with different shades of sun and moon, many people think that this kind of cat is a Persian cat.

3. The snow lion is the most precious

Among many species, the snow lion with one blue eye, one yellow eye, and white fur mopping the floor is the most precious. precious. People call it Mandarin Duck Eyes Cat. Its blue eyes are as crystal clear as a pool of lake water and a gem. Those yellow eyes were golden and clear.

2. Distinguish Linshi cat and Persian cat

1. The biggest difference in face shape

The biggest difference between Shandong lion cat and Persian cat is the face shape, Linqing cat The face bone is similar to that of the average domestic cat, the eyes are not as round and large as the Persian cat, the nose is high, and the frontal bone is not obvious.

2. The ears are high and the ears are large

Shandong lion cats have high ears and large ears. After molting, most of the fluff is very short, a bit like a semi-longhair cat; occasionally there are The hair is long, but the head and face are still easy to distinguish. 3. The limbs and body are very long

The head, hands and feet of the Linshi cat are all long and tall, and the body is also very long, but to observe this feature, it must be obvious after the cat molts, because The hairy villi are short and easy to distinguish.

4. There are many colors of Persian cats.

Many people think that the authentic Persian cats must be white. In fact, there are more than 30 recognized colors of Persian cats. , such as orange, gray-blue and other monochrome and various discoloration, three-color series and a bit like a domestic cat's tabby species.

5. The head and tail are slightly shorter

Although Persian cats have many colors, their characteristic points on bones and hair are the same. The tail is slightly shorter and the bone is slightly thicker.

6. Upright down on the feet

In terms of appearance, Persian cats seem to have thick hands and feet, but it is actually because the long down on their feet is erect, not like there are The book says that the feet are particularly rough.

7. Linqing cat's mouth is convex

Persian has a flat face (flat face, nose is very flat), Linqing is the face of an ordinary domestic cat, with a short snout ( is the protruding mouth). In pet stores, long-haired Linqing cats are often sold as Persian cats, but Linqing cats do not have the flat face and flat nose of Persian cats.

3. Linqing cat long hair care methods

1. It is easy to swallow too much hair

When the lion cat uses its tongue to clean the body, if it swallows too much and falls off Coat can cause gastrointestinal and respiratory diseases, which are common in animals with rich coats and well-furnished hair. Therefore, they need to be brushed frequently.

2. Body heat is not easy to dissipate

The long and thick coat of the lion cat makes the body surface lack sweat glands, and the body heat is not easy to dissipate, so it is more afraid of heat. And because of the tight coat, special attention should be paid to keeping it dry to avoid skin diseases.

3. It is important to check the skin

Before you start grooming the lion cat, you can take this opportunity to check the cat's eyes, ears, mouth, and paws to see if they are clean and free of disease symptoms. It is also important to check the skin during grooming.

4. Coat grooming supplies

A comb with thin teeth and fine teeth, a cat bristle wire brush and a toothbrush are required; Use blunt scissors to cut through tangles and talcum powder (for light cats).

Fourth, the method of combing the lion cat's coat

1. Remove the dander and knots

First use a thin-tooth comb to remove the dander and comb the tangled hair . Once the comb is smooth through the hair, switch to a fine-toothed comb. Using a wire brush, remove any loose hairs.

Be especially careful about grooming the buttocks, where a lot of hair is likely to be brushed off.

2. Fluffy and plump hair

Sprinkle some talcum powder or bleaching earth into the hair. This fluffs the coat, adds fullness, and helps separate the hair, but it should be brushed off immediately. Comb up with a fine-toothed comb to remove any shed hair around the neck to create neck hair.

3. Brush the face with a toothbrush

You can use a toothbrush as a tool when brushing the short hairs on the cat's face. The operation must be light when brushing, and at the same time pay attention to the distance from the eyes distance, not too close. A thin-toothed comb can better separate the cat hair and achieve the effect of standing up. If you want the tail hair to be more fluffy and smooth, you can also use a grooming brush, such as some cats participating in exhibitions will use it.