IDEAL FOR
- + Active owners wanting to play without the stress of flying cat fur
- + People who appreciate unconventional, lean, and large-eared feline aesthetics
- + Those who enjoy teaching tricks like fetch and crave deep interaction
WEIGHT
2.5 - 4.5KG
LIFESPAN
11 - 15YEARS
THINK TWICE IF
- - Owners with many fragile items or those who prefer a more sedentary pet
- - Busy households unable to provide the daily high-energy play sessions required
- - People who might find the warm, suede-like tactile sensation of their coat unusual
MORPHOLOGY STUDY
HEALTH RISK ADVISORY
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Severity: Moderate
Patellar Luxation
Severity: Low
The Cornish Rex is a breed of domestic cat with a distinctive coat of short, curly fur that is extremely soft to the touch.
CARE INDEX
GROOMING
SHEDDING
ACTIVITY
ECONOMICS & ORIGIN
PRICE RANGE
$1,000 - $3,500 (Cattery standard)
ORIGIN & BIOLOGY
United Kingdom / oriental
SOCIAL COMPATIBILITY
KIDS
OTHER CATS
DOGS
STRANGERS
RECOMMENDED CARE ITEMS
High-Efficiency Heated Pet Mat
Essential for providing warmth to a breed with low body fat and thin fur
Smart Precision Scale Feeder
Strictly manages the diet of a highly food-motivated breed prone to obesity
IDENTIFICATION TIP
"Look for an arched back, long legs, and a coat that forms tight, uniform waves like a washboard."
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Q. Do they really not shed?
A. They are among the lowest-shedding breeds. Because they lack guard hairs and have only soft down, you'll rarely find fur around the house.
Q. How are they different from Devon Rexes?
A. Cornish Rexes have an arched 'Greyhound' back, while Devon Rexes have lower-set ears and an 'elfin' look. Their curly genes are also biologically distinct.
OFFICIAL RECOGNITION
REFERENCES & SOURCES
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association)
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
CFA (The Cat Fanciers' Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD →TICA (The International Cat Association)
TICA (The International Cat Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD
TICA (The International Cat Association) VIEW OFFICIAL STANDARD →* This guide describes general breed characteristics. For medical decisions, always consult a professional veterinarian.