There was nothing on earth more pathetic than Cashmere. He came to us with ringworm - which is a fungal infection that manifests most often on the skin. So needless to say, we couldn't give him the love and affection he wanted from us as he was getting treatment.  He would reach his fuzzy little paws out and give the sad kitten eyes.....It would make me whimper.

Now Cashmere has been given the all clear and he needs to find a home that is going to HEAP affection on him. As a bonus, he comes with papers and a pedigree! But honestly, his lineage is NOTHING compared to what a darling, precious cat he is.

According to the Cat Fancier's Association, www.cfa.org, as the dusty desert caravans wound their way westward from Persia and Iran, it is supposed that secreted among the rare spices and jewels on the basket-laden camels was an even more precious cargo, an occasional longhair cat. They were called Persian for their "country of origin," but hieroglyphic references as early as 1684 B.C. shroud forever their exact beginnings. Persians, with their long flowing coats and open pansy-like faces are the number one breed in popularity. Their sweet, gentle, personalities blend into most households once they feel secure in their new environment. Creatures of habit, they are most at home in an atmosphere of security and serenity, but with love and reassurance, can easily adapt to the most boisterous of households. Their quiet, melodious voices are pleasant and non-abrasive. They communicate delightfully with their large expressive eyes and make charming pets for all ages. Persians have short heavily-boned legs to support their broad, short bodies. They like to have their feet firmly planted and are not given to high jumping and climbing. Playful but never demanding, they love to pose and will drape themselves in a favorite window or chair, enhancing the decor in much the same way as a treasured painting. Persians are tremendously responsive and become a constant source of joy and delight to their owners. Pleasurable as an unexpected sunbeam, their companionship is close and enduring. Their long flowing coats require an indoor, protected environment. Proper maintenance requires a daily run-through with a metal comb to eliminate the potential drawbacks of tangles and hairballs. An occasional bath, attempted only after a complete comb-through and clipping of the nail tips, will keep the coat clean, healthy and beautiful. It is wise to establish the routine of the bath when they are young. For more information on cat breeds visit www.cfainc.org