Teacup Persians are rare, often misunderstood, and frequently mislabeled.

This page explains what defines a true Teacup Persian, how they differ from standard Persians, and why genuine examples are so uncommon.

TeacupPersians.com is the official educational site of Teatime Teacup Persian Kittens, a boutique cattery specializing in genuine Teacup Persians.

A true Teacup Persian is not simply a small cat. It is a Persian bred over multiple generations to remain smaller in overall body size, bone structure, and scale, while retaining the classic smush-face and gentle temperament the breed is known for. Many cats marketed as “teacup” are simply smaller standard Persians. Understanding this distinction matters when searching for a truly petite companion.

Yes. But they are rare. True Teacup Persians are the result of careful, ethical breeding across generations. They are not created through dwarfism, stunting, or unhealthy practices. Because the term “teacup” is often used loosely, genuine Teacup Persians are frequently misunderstood.

Producing healthy Teacup Persians requires patience and selectivity. Only the smallest, healthiest adults can be used, and many litters produce no true teacup kittens at all. This rarity is what makes genuine Teacup Persians so uncommon.

True Teacup Persians are not produced through shortcuts.

Ethical breeding prioritizes health, temperament, and longevity over size alone.

Responsible programs focus on gradual refinement across generations rather than extreme practices.

Teacup Persians are not dwarf cats.

Dwarfism involves genetic mutations that affect bone structure and proportion.

Teacup Persians are proportionate, simply smaller overall due to selective breeding.

This educational site exists to clarify and inform.

If you are ready to meet available Teacup Persian kittens, please visit our boutique cattery.