The attractive Sphynx cat never fails to make people react – some people love bald and wrinkled eyes, some like cats, while others are less enthusiastic. But for those who take the time to get to know the cat, a big treat awaits. They have similar soft skin Chamois leather is the most soft and warm to the touch, you just want to cling to them, especially in winter. Their toes are like fingers and they use them when they explore and play with anything that interests them. Their crooked faces remind you of the wisdom we all acquire over time while their big ears and lemon-shaped eyes give them a unique look. Their body is round like a Buddha and brings a smile. The Sphynx is truly an enigmatic breed for connoisseurs.
History
The first attempt at breeding Spynx began in 1966, when a black and white cat gave birth to a hairless kitten in Ontario, Canada. The hairless cat, Prune, was rescued by her owner because of her bald, broken fur. Prune was crossed with other cats in an attempt to create hairless cats. Because hairlessness is genetic, some kittens from this breed have hair, while others do not. These cats are called Canadian hairless cats, which some call Sphynx cats, because of their physical resemblance to the ancient Egyptian cat sculpture called the Sphinx. Between 1975 and 1978, many hairless babies were found in Minnesota and Toronto. The kittens, named Epidermis, Punkie and Paloma, are Devon Rex, another breed with short hair. The Sphynx species records its history with the offspring of these members.
TICA has recognized this breed for over 20 years and now there are thousands of Sphynxes registered around the world.
Personality
The Sphynx is a curious, intelligent and friendly cat. Warm and soft to the touch, Sphynxes often sleep under the covers with their owners. The term “Velcro Cat on the Lap” is used to describe the Sphynx’s desire to always be with you, rightfully so. Spynx love to greet every new person who comes to the house, and most of them get along well with other dogs and pets. Due to their lack of hair, Sphynxes are often cold, but they know how to find a warm place, usually a computer screen, a sunny window, a TV, or under a blanket with the owners them. Sphynxes are very active and will amuse themselves for hours and some Sphynxes will even fetch toys. Many Sphynx owners describe their cats as elves or children because of their curiosity and intelligence. Sphynxes are loyal and devoted to their owners and make good friends for everyone.
Characteristics
The Sphynx is one of the hairless breeds. Attractive and different in appearance, they are completely hairless. A fine coat covers the skin of many Sphynxes, making the skin look like chamois or suede. Soft hair is usually found on the nose and behind the ears. Sphynxes come in a variety of colors, including solid, particolor, tabby, tortoiseshell, and are recognized in four TICA categories: traditional, spotted, mink, and sepia. Their color is seen in skin pigment and the few (down) hairs they have. Perhaps their second most distinctive feature is their large ears, often over 2 or 3 inches in height. The Sphinx also has an open and gentle expression, which is greatly helped by the large lemon-shaped eyes. He is a strong, medium-boned, athletic and muscular cat. The Sphynx’s stomach should look like it has eaten a lot recently. Because of their friendly nature, Sphynxes often make excellent show cats as they are welcoming to new people and easy to handle. Due to the lack of attractive coats, Sphynxes become oily and need to be bathed often, but they are not hypoallergenic. While some allergy sufferers find that they are not allergic to the Sphynx, others find that they are allergic, but usually to a lesser extent.
Our goal is to educate, communicate and support our Sphynx lovers all over the world to create a safe and loving home for our Sphynx kittens.
