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.
⚡ Faits en bref
Taille
Petit
Poids
6-10 lbs (2.5-4.5 kg)
Espérance de vie
11-15 years
Niveau d'énergie
Élevé
Adapté aux enfants
Oui
Adapté à l'appartement
Oui
💖 Personnalité et comportement
Active, acrobatic, and affectionate. They retain a kitten-like playfulness throughout life.
🍖 Alimentation et friandises
Higher caloric needs due to heat loss. Monitor intake to prevent obesity.
⚠️ Informations générales uniquement — pour des besoins alimentaires spécifiques, consultez un vétérinaire.
🧶 Jeux et activités
Jeux et activités favoris:
- Fetching
- High jumping
- Toe biting (playfully)
- Racing
Very active. They need vertical space and interactive toys.
🏡 Cadre de vie
Strictly indoors. They struggle to maintain body temperature in cold.
✨ Anecdotes
- 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.