Atchoum is a male Persian cat born in May 2014 in Quebec, Canada, who has captured the hearts and fascination of social media users worldwide. With over 814 thousand followers on Instagram, he’s become an online sensation.
Gifted to a veterinarian in Repentigny, Quebec, Canada, where Nathalie, his mom, worked as a groomer, Atchoum quickly won her heart during a weekend visit. Nathalie asked the vet to adopt him, and he found his forever home with two humans, two children, and three other cats.
Atchoum isn’t your typical cat. His striking fur and intense eyes immediately draw attention. But fear not, as his owner Nathalie reassures that he’s a sweetheart once you get to know him.
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Meet Atchoum, the Persian cat who has stolen the hearts of people all over the world on social media
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What sets Atchoum apart is his striking fur, a result of hypertrichosis, also known as werewolf syndrome
“I got Atchoum used to grooming since he was a kitten. He has been brushed and combed about 3 times a day for the past 10 years. I also need to wash his face every morning with a warm washcloth as his eyes get watery, which is a specific characteristic of Persian cats. Contrary to popular belief, I have never cut Atchoum’s facial hair, and never will, because doing so can change the texture of his hair and make it coarser and more difficult to manage. He has a lot more hair than any normal cat, but it stopped growing around age 4, so it’s not necessary to cut it either.”
It’s not as scary as it sounds, just a hormonal issue causing rapid hair growth and thickened claws
To keep him safe, Atchoum had to be declawed, but he still eats well despite his small teeth
Regular vet check-ups ensure he’s well cared for
Despite it all, Atchoum feels good and believes in making the most of each day
Nathalie told us that usually, people are very surprised and sometimes even confused when they see Atchoum for the first time. “They either find him impressive and beautiful, or ugly and scary, however, he leaves no one indifferent.”
“Atchoum looks like a strange creature in a fantastic tale”
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