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Cornish Rex
Slender, ultra-curly cat. Athletic, sociable and warm to the touch.
GroupShort Hair
OriginEngland (1950)
Weight2.5–4.5 kg
Height20–28 cm
Lifespan11–15 years
Energy level
Trainability
Grooming needs
Good with kids
Good with other pets
Hypoallergenic
Watchdog instinct
Novice-owner OK
The Cornish Rex began with a single mutation in a Cornwall barn cat in 1950. They have only the soft down-hair (not the guard or awn hairs of typical cats), giving an ultra-soft, curly coat. Athletic, slim and intensely social.
Temperament
Active, social, playful, sometimes mischievous. Cornish Rex love attention and don't do well alone.
Exercise needs
Highly active. Need climbing, toys, food puzzles.
Grooming
Almost no shedding. Weekly gentle brush. Bathe when greasy.
Common health issues
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Patellar luxation. Hereditary baldness in some lines.
👍 Best for
Families, multi-pet homes, allergy-sensitive owners.
👎 Not best for
Cold homes, owners away all day.
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