Cornish Rex
The Cornish Rex is a breed of domestic cat. The Cornish Rex has no hair except for down. Most breeds of cat have three different types of hair in their coats: the outer fur or guard hairs, a middle layer called the awn hair, and the down hair or undercoat.
⚡ Auf einen Blick
Größe
Klein
Gewicht
6-10 lbs (2.5-4.5 kg)
Lebenserwartung
11-15 years
Energielevel
Hoch
Kinderfreundlich
Ja
Wohnungstauglich
Ja
💖 Charakter & Verhalten
Active, acrobatic, and affectionate. They retain a kitten-like playfulness throughout life.
🍖 Futter & Leckerlis
Higher caloric needs due to heat loss. Monitor intake to prevent obesity.
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🧶 Spiel & Aktivitäten
Lieblingsspiele und -aktivitäten:
- Fetching
- High jumping
- Toe biting (playfully)
- Racing
Very active. They need vertical space and interactive toys.
🏡 Lebensumgebung
Strictly indoors. They struggle to maintain body temperature in cold.
✨ Wissenswertes
- First one was named Kallibunker.
- Discovered in a barn in Cornwall, England.
- They smell cheesy sometimes (really!).
- They wag their tails like dogs.
- Coat feels like crushed velvet.