Lion cats have many names, such as Linshi cats, Linqing cats, etc. The main place of origin is Shandong, so they are also called Shandong lion cats. Because it looks similar to a Persian cat, some pet dealers use it to pretend to be a Persian cat to deceive customers. So what are the differences between lion cats and Persian cats? Let’s teach you how to distinguish and care for lion cats.

1. Historical Origin of Shandong Lion Cat

1. Raised by the ancient palace

The Shandong lion cat actually has an independent system and was raised by the ancient palace. The exact place of origin is Linqing County, Shandong Province, so it is also called Linshi cat or Linqing cat. It is a cross-breeding of Persian cats with blue eyes and local domestic cats with yellow eyes.

2. Often mistaken for Persian cats

The long-haired white cats produced locally have been spread throughout the mainland and come in various colors, but the most famous ones are white. Among them, they have blue eyes, amber eyes or two eyes with different colors: sun and moon eyes. Many people think that this kind of cat is Persian cat.

3. Snow lion is the most precious

Among many species, the snow lion with one blue eye and one yellow eye and floor-length white fur is the most precious. People call it "Mandarin Duck Eye Master Cat". Its blue eyes are as crystal clear as a pool of lake water or a gem. The yellow eyes were sparkling, clear and transparent.

2. Distinguish between Linshi cats and Persian cats

1. The biggest difference in face shape

The biggest difference between Shandong lion cats and Persian cats is the face shape. The facial bones of Linqing cats are similar to those of ordinary domestic cats. The eyes are not as round and big as Persian cats. The nose is high and the frontal bones are not obvious.

2. The ears are high and the body is large

Shandong lion cat ears have high bases and large ear bodies. Most of them have very short fur after moulting, a bit like semi-long-haired cats. Occasionally, there are also long-haired cats, 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. However, to observe this feature, you must wait until the cat moults to become obvious, because the moulting feeding hair is short and easy to distinguish.

4. Persian cats have many colors

Many people think that authentic Persian cats must be white. In fact, in terms of color alone, Persian cats have more than 30 recognized colors, such as orange, gray-blue and other single colors and various color changes, three-color series and somewhat similar colors. Domestic cat tabby species, etc.

5. The head is shortened and the tail is slightly shorter

Although Persian cats come in many colors, they have the same characteristics in bones and hair. Persian cats all have shortened heads, slightly shorter furry legs and tails, and slightly thicker bones.

6. The villi on the feet stand up

From the appearance, the hands and feet of Persian cats seem to be very thick. In fact, this is because the long hair on their feet is standing upright.Yes, the feet are not particularly rough as some books say.

7. Linqing cats have protruding mouths

Persians have a flat face (flat face, nose is very flat), while Linqing has a face like an ordinary domestic cat, with a short muzzle (that is, a protruding mouth). In pet stores, you can often see long-haired Linqing cats being sold as Persian cats, but Linqing cats do not have the flat faces and noses of Persian cats.

3. Linqing cat long hair care methods

1. Easy to swallow excessive hair

When a lion cat uses its tongue to clean its body, if it swallows too much shed fur, it may cause gastrointestinal and respiratory diseases. This problem is common in animals with rich fur and developed villi. Therefore, they need to be groomed frequently.

2. Body heat is not easily lost

Lion cats have long and thick coats that lack sweat glands on their body surface, making it difficult for body heat to dissipate and making them more intolerant of heat. And because the coat is tight, special attention must be paid to keeping it dry to avoid skin diseases.

3. It is important to check the skin

Before you start grooming your lion cat, you can take this opportunity to check the cat's eyes, ears, mouth, and paws to see if they are clean and if there are any symptoms of disease. And during the grooming process, it’s also important to check your skin.

4. Coat grooming supplies

You’ll need a fine-tooth and fine-tooth comb, a cat bristle wire brush, and a toothbrush; you’ll also need a pair of blunt-edged scissors to cut through tangled fur and remove any debris that gets into the fur. Pink (for light-colored cats).

4. Methods for grooming lion cats

1. Remove dandruff and hair growth

First use a sparse-toothed comb to remove dander and comb out tangled hair. Once the comb is able to comb through the hair smoothly, switch to a fine-tooth comb. Use a wire brush to remove any loose hair.

Be especially careful when combing your buttocks, as you are likely to lose a lot of hair in this area.

2. Hair becomes fluffy and plump

Sprinkle some talcum powder or fuller's earth into the hair. This will fluff up the coat, add fullness, and help separate the coat, but brush it off immediately. Use a fine-toothed comb to comb upwards to remove the loose hair around the neck to create neck hair.

3. Brushing your face with a toothbrush

You can use a toothbrush as a tool when combing the short hair on a cat's face. You must be gentle when brushing, and pay attention to the distance from the eyes, and don't get too close. A comb with sparse teeth can better separate the cat's hair and achieve the effect of standing up. If you want the hair on the tail to be more fluffy and smooth, you can also use a grooming brush, such as some cats participating in exhibitions will use.