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CLEAR ALLSphynx cats are known worldwide for their hairless coats and are one of the few hairless breeds in the feline world. However, what many people don’t realise is that they do not lack hair completely. Fine down covers their skin which gives it a suede-like or chamois texture. Their light hair is visible on their nose and the back of their ears.
This cat breed adores attention and usually attracts it wherever they go. They are curious, highly intelligent, extremely friendly, and sociable, which makes them a great choice for families. Sphynx cats are dedicated and loyal to their owners. They make a very loving feline companion to people of all ages.
These adorable cats are warm and soft to touch and can frequently be found napping with their owners. Coined as a "Velcro lap cat", Sphynx cats desire to be with their person all the time. Furthermore, these sociable cats love to greet every new person visiting their home. They get along well with children, dogs, and other cats.
Sphynx cats are an active, agile, and alert kind of breed. Their comical antics are a constant source of entertainment in the household. They are often referred to as being "elf-like". Kittens and young adults are playful and silly. They can entertain themselves for many hours, especially if playing with another cat. Keep an eye to these silly cats though, as they can use their long toes to open cupboards, doors and anything that gets their attention.
A Sphynx cat's main feature is its lack of fur, whiskers and eyelashes. Their head is similar to the Devon Rex, a very similar cat breed. Their lemon-shaped eyes are deep-set, and their fine-boned body is muscular.
Their long legs are slender, with a bow-legged appearance caused by their barrel chest. Their long tail is tapering and hard to the touch. These felines usually feel warm and soft, making it impossible not to want to snuggle or cuddle up with them, especially during the weather.
The Sphynx is a medium-sized cat with a wrinkled face and body and satellite-dish ears. Sphynx cats weigh three to six kilograms and come in various colours and patterns, including solid, pointed, tabby and tortoiseshell.
Sphynx cats are known worldwide for their hairless coats and are one of the few hairless breeds in the feline world. However, what many people don’t realise is that they do not lack hair completely. Fine down covers their skin which gives it a suede-like or chamois texture. Their light hair is visible on their nose and the back of their ears.
This cat breed adores attention and usually attracts it wherever they go. They are curious, highly intelligent, extremely friendly, and sociable, which makes them a great choice for families. Sphynx cats are dedicated and loyal to their owners. They make a very loving feline companion to people of all ages.
These adorable cats are warm and soft to touch and can frequently be found napping with their owners. Coined as a "Velcro lap cat", Sphynx cats desire to be with their person all the time. Furthermore, these sociable cats love to greet every new person visiting their home. They get along well with children, dogs, and other cats.
Sphynx cats are an active, agile, and alert kind of breed. Their comical antics are a constant source of entertainment in the household. They are often referred to as being "elf-like". Kittens and young adults are playful and silly. They can entertain themselves for many hours, especially if playing with another cat. Keep an eye to these silly cats though, as they can use their long toes to open cupboards, doors and anything that gets their attention.
A Sphynx cat's main feature is its lack of fur, whiskers and eyelashes. Their head is similar to the Devon Rex, a very similar cat breed. Their lemon-shaped eyes are deep-set, and their fine-boned body is muscular.
Their long legs are slender, with a bow-legged appearance caused by their barrel chest. Their long tail is tapering and hard to the touch. These felines usually feel warm and soft, making it impossible not to want to snuggle or cuddle up with them, especially during the weather.
The Sphynx is a medium-sized cat with a wrinkled face and body and satellite-dish ears. Sphynx cats weigh three to six kilograms and come in various colours and patterns, including solid, pointed, tabby and tortoiseshell.
So, what makes the Sphynx cat hairless? It's due to a mutation in the gene responsible for hair growth. This genetic mutation can occur in cats naturally. However, it occurs in all Sphynx cats because they are bred selectively for this trait.
As Sphynxes do not have fur, many people assume they will be low maintenance in the grooming department. However, the truth is quite the opposite. Cat fur is a brilliant absorbent for body oils, which is why no furry cats get oily skin.
However, there is no hair to soak up the oil on a Sphynx. Therefore, Sphynxes need to be bathed once or twice a week to keep these oils under control. Furthermore, with no hair in their ears, this body part needs to be cleaned regularly too.
The Sphynx’s hairless body is also much more susceptible to the elements. Like humans, they can develop sunburn and skin damage. Plus, they cannot conserve their body heat in cold temperatures as well as other breeds.
Sphynxes have a very muscular body, and the absence of fur reveals well-defined muscles and prominent cheekbones. They are barrel-chested and usually have a rounded abdomen that gives a potbelly appearance. In addition, they have thick paw pads with webbed toes and a whiplike tail.
Their heads are pretty peculiar, too, with the most prominent feature being their extra-large ears. In addition, their head is long and narrow, their lemon-shaped eyes are big and deep-set, and they have no whiskers or eyelashes.
If it's not the unique appearance that attracts cat lovers to this breed, it's their outgoing and mischievous personality. Sphynxes are a high-energy breed and quite the show-offs. They are very smart, so they need multiple play times a day and challenging games and toys.
Sphynxes love to be the life of the party and will be the first family member to greet your guests. Their people-loving temperament makes them one of the most dog-like cat breeds. They crave human attention and will follow you around the house. In addition, they are very curious kitties, so they like to be involved in what their humans are up to and explore every new box and item that comes into the house.
They love to climb and jump and are quite the acrobats, so they need many high places to access and cat trees to climb. However, despite their high energy, Sphynxes have a cuddly side too. When they are sleepy, they will seek out their owner to cuddle up with rather than find a quiet place to sleep on their own. Lastly, they are a vocal breed and will chat with you often, especially whenever you return home.
Like dogs, a Sphynx does not do well left alone. Therefore, the best home for this devoted kitty is one where someone will be present most of the time. For example, if you work from home or are a stay at home parent, a Sphynx will do well with you.
Sphynxes prefer to be in busy homes and with other animals. In fact, the more people and pets, the better. If you don't have any other pets, consider getting two Sphynx kittens together. This will do wonders for their happiness and development.
Moreover, when considering bringing a Sphynx into the home, be sure that you will have enough time for one. As well as having high social needs, the Sphynx cat needs more grooming than other breeds. Therefore, you need to develop and stick to a regular bathing and grooming schedule to keep them in top tip condition.
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