Devon Rex cats live a minimum of 10 years usually, but can live up to 15 years if they are cared for well and given good nutrition. Conversely, the Cornish Rex only lives an average of years total. Devons are larger than Cornish Rex cats, weighing lbs instead of an average Cornish Rex, weighing lbs.
That said, between the two breeds, it is the Cornish Rex that has fewer health complications and physical ailments than the Devon Rex cats do. Devons struggle with hip dysplasia, myopathy, malassezia dermatitis, and urticaria pigentosa, which the Cornish cats are seldom assailed with. Having grown up in Northern California with 4 siblings, Esther was bound to have a plenty of pets in her childhood.
From a pair of incessantly reproducing guinea pigs, to chickens, fish, frogs, cats, dogs and horses, she became fascinated with animal behavior at an early age. Your email address will not be published. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. Welcome to Pawversity! Selkirk Rex cats, though, come from an entirely different line of curly kitties.
This breed can be traced back to curly-coated kitty born to a Montana house cat in Devon Rex and Cornish Rex cats have short fur, big eyes and big ears. Selkirk Rex cats can have short or long curly fur, and their overall appearance is more robust, as they are bred to be larger and heavy-boned. She adds that the combination of playfulness and intelligence makes Rex cats apt to learn tricks and even compete in agility events.
She explains that their fur grows from an abnormal hair follicle, which can lead to breakage, particularly with over-exuberant grooming. Margolis adds that the abnormal hair follicles might be tied to other abnormal skin conditions. As far as brushing goes, Dr.
You don't have to worry as much about the matting or anything like that. Margolis advises that Rex owners stay away from rubber grooming gloves. The Cornish Rex is generally a healthy breed but does have a few hereditary diseases to look out for. The Cornish Rex is a great family cat because they are gentle and affectionate with children and more than happy to play games for hours on end.
They are better suited for indoor living due to their short coat and lack of protective overcoat, so as long as they are kept active, they are more than happy with indoor life. These cats love to be around their owners and are ideally suited for owners who are not frequently away from home.
Other cats and dogs are no problem for these friendly and outgoing felines. Like their Cornish cousins, the Devon Rex originated in the United Kingdom in their namesake Devonshire, albeit about a decade afterward. Their short and wavy coat was similarly caused by a unique genetic mutation, and the breed was thought to be genetically the same as the Cornish Rex, but this was quickly proved to not be the case. The Devon Rex is an affectionate cat that loves to be wherever you are.
They can usually be found not far from their owner, watching closely and observing their every activity with quiet and gentle grace. This cat is a fun-loving breed that is always up for a play session but is far more relaxed and laidback than their Cornish cousins. Loyalty is a common trait described by Devon owners, and these cats are happy as long as they are close to their family, whether it be playing, cuddling on the sofa, or sleeping in the bed! They are social cats that need constant companionship, although they are different from the Cornish Rex in that this companionship can come in the form of people, other cats, and even dogs!
Indeed, Cornish Rexes are not overly discriminatory of the company they keep and make fast friends with everyone. Devon Rexes are playful and retain their kitten-like antics well into adulthood, although far less so than their Cornish cousins.
While they love to play and will keep children endlessly entertained with their antics, they are fairly easy-going and docile and are far more likely to be curled up on the sofa with their family. Their high intellect makes training a breeze, and they can swiftly learn commands, and house training is no issue at all.
They can easily be taught tricks and are often taught to retrieve toys with a small amount of guidance. Grooming a Devon Rex is a breeze, even though their coats are slightly wavier and often slightly longer than the Cornish Rex.
They are low-shedding felines, so a weekly brush is plenty to remove any dead hairs or dirt and keep their coats smooth. Like the Cornish Rex, the Devon Rex is prone to congenital hypotrichosis and may be seen with varying degrees of balding at times due to their unique genetic mutation. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is another disease that the breeds share, although it is fairly rare.
They are prone to several skin issues too, including urticaria pigmentosa and Malassezia dermatitis, both of which are easily treated with a good diet and medication. Devon Rex myopathy, also known as spasticity, is unique to the breed and causes general muscle weakness and lethargy.
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