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Longevity Range: 9-13 yrs.
- How old is the oldest Cornish Rex cat?
- What is the lifespan of a Cornish Rex cat?
- Do Cornish Rex cats have health problems?
- Are Cornish Rex cats good pets?
- Are Cornish Rex smart?
- Are Cornish Rex cats aggressive?
- Are Cornish Rex cats expensive?
- Are Cornish Rex hypoallergenic?
- Do Cornish Rex cats need baths?
- Are Cornish Rex lap cats?
- Do Cornish Rex cats need sweaters?
- Do Cornish Rex cats get cold?
- Do Cornish Rex cats smell?
- Does Cornish Rex shed?
- How much should Cornish Rex weigh?
How old is the oldest Cornish Rex cat?
(Fun fact: One Cornish Rex reportedly lived to 37 years old.)
What is the lifespan of a Cornish Rex cat?
Cornish Rex have long lifespans and are determined to crowd as much joy as possible into each moment. A Rex should live to 15 years and it isn't unusual at all for them to surpass 20.
Do Cornish Rex cats have health problems?
The Cornish Rex is a very hardy breed of cat with just a few known health issues: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a form of heart disease. Patellar luxation. Sunburns due to lack of hair.
Are Cornish Rex cats good pets?
With his playful, outgoing nature, the Cornish Rex is a good choice for families with children, other pets, or frequent guests. He is a good traveler and makes an excellent therapy cat. You may hear that the Cornish Rex coat is hypoallergenic because of its texture, but that is not correct.
Are Cornish Rex smart?
Cornish Rexes are extremely intelligent, highly social cats with an acrobatic, clownish personality. They live to be close to their people, sometimes being demanding, vocal and insistent. ... Their personalities also make them well suited for work as therapy pets.
Are Cornish Rex cats aggressive?
Breed differences in social behaviour
Turkish Vans were the most likely to display aggression towards people. In contrast, British Shorthairs (as well as Persians and Cornish Rex cats in trait 'aggression to strangers') had the lowest probability for aggression.
Are Cornish Rex cats expensive?
How Much Does a Cornish Rex Cost? It costs around $75-$150 to adopt a Cornish Rex. Conversely, it can be prohibitively expensive to buy a Cornish Rexx from a breeder, somewhere in the $800-$1,300 range.
Are Cornish Rex hypoallergenic?
Hypoallergenic. Despite some belief to the contrary, the Cornish Rex's short hair does not make it non- or hypo-allergenic. Allergic reactions from cats are not the result of hair length, but from a glyco-protein known as Fel d 1, produced in the sebaceous glands of the skin, saliva, and urine.
Do Cornish Rex cats need baths?
Grooming a Cornish Rex
Some rex require regular bathing because of the buildup of sebaceous secretions. All cats produce these normal oily secretions, but Cornish rex don't have as much hair to absorb them as ordinary cats.
Are Cornish Rex lap cats?
Though not a lap cat per se, the Cornish Rex does love to hunker down on the lap of just about anyone when she feels inclined — a tempting trait that makes her an excellent therapy cat.
Do Cornish Rex cats need sweaters?
The Cornish Rex is an active, social breed and makes a wonderful family pet. Provide your cat with the basics, including food, water, and a litter box. ... The Cornish Rex coat is thin, so your cat will need a sweater during cooler months and cat-safe sunscreen during sunny weather.
Do Cornish Rex cats get cold?
Make sure you keep your Cornish Rex warm.
Unlike most cat breeds, the Cornish Rex doesn't have an undercoat, which makes it a little harder for them to stay warm. They should be kept indoors and safe from any cold weather.
Do Cornish Rex cats smell?
Some Cornish Rexes also have a mild cheesy smell peculiar to the breed; this odor comes from scent glands in the paws. Often the breed is referred to as the Greyhound of the cats, because of the sleek appearance and the galloping run characteristic of the breed.
Does Cornish Rex shed?
Cornish Rex only possess an undercoat, known as down hair, which is extremely soft, distinctively curly, and less likely to shed than others. They typically have a smaller head than other breeds, often emphasized by their oversized ears.
How much should Cornish Rex weigh?
Weight range:
Male: small: <8 lbs. Female: small: <8 lbs.
