Preservation · 9 min
Persian rugs and pets: practical tips
Editorial team · updated 2026-10-03
Choosing
Dense wool pile or tightly woven flatweaves hold up better than delicate silk or very long pile.
Accidents
Blot immediately, rinse with cold water and blot again. Urine left to dry can permanently change dye colours and rot the foundation — call a specialist.
Claws
Trim claws regularly and fix any pulled loops by trimming, never pulling.
A note on this guide
This guide is general information from the CraftPersia editorial team and has not been reviewed by a specialist. Prices, workshop locations and practices change; check current details before travelling or buying.
Related photographs
Representative photographs, not of any specific catalogued object. Sources on the credits page.