Sphynx

Named after the legendary Egyptian Sphinx for her graceful nature, the Sphynx is a beautiful but hairless feline breed that draws attention wherever they head. Not just this cat breed has a unique appearance, but they are equally intelligent and affectionate. They are also devoted and have a lot of love to offer. They are playful by nature and also goofy sometimes. These hairless pals love sunspot and enjoy your companionship and make excellent cuddle pals

Sphynx are medium-sized muscular felines with rounded abdomen and chest. We named the cat hairless, but they are not completely bald. There is a very fine coat that’s hard to see but soft to touch. Some Sphynx also has eyebrows and whiskers, while some don’t. Their skin is pigmented and sometimes patterned like a traditional house cat. Like other cat breeds, Sphynx also comes in different colors and markings ranging from black to tortoiseshell.

Sphynx has a modified wedge with prominent cheekbones and a square muzzle. They also have well-defined lemon-shaped eyes, large ears, and long finger-like toes. Another attractive trait of the Sphynx is that they have visible wrinkles. Their legs are medium in proportion to the body and have well-muscled rear legs that are slightly longer than the front legs. The paws are oval-shaped with thick paw pads. They have slender, long, and flexible tails.

Sphynx is super curious, fun-loving, and loves your attention. They have a snuggly nature and would not miss out on a chance to snuggle with you. This brilliant feline breed is adaptive and gets along well with its humans. The fact that they love attention can often turn them to be quite demanding at times. They are also naughty by nature, just like kids, and are therefore quite easygoing with them.

One good thing about this cat breed is that they gel up well with other pets and cats at home. It is always an excellent bond to cherish when they are introduced properly and at an early stage. Sphynx are docile by nature and have less independent decision-making dispositions, making them quite obedient and easy to train. Sphynx are vocal by nature and will often communicate quite loudly when hungry or in distress. They are a social butterfly and loves being held and loved. It’s no surprise your Sphynx wanting to sleep under the cover with you.

Sphynx are hardy by nature and can adapt to almost all circumstances. That said, they also have a soft side to them, and they disapprove of being harshly treated. Although you can leave them alone for some time, they do not like spending too much time alone and undergo separation anxiety.

The origin of the Sphynx dates back to 1966 when in Ontario, a domestic shorthair cat gave birth to a hairless kitten named Prune. She was genetically unique and was bred with Devon Rex to develop a hairless breed of cat..

The International Cat Association settled down for a Sphynx variety and referred to its unique character with the Egyptian Sphinx that went smoothed throughout the centuries.

The American Cat Fancier’s Association recognizes sphynx, and today it is one of the most unique and elegant cat breeds.

Sphynx are generally healthy cat breeds, but like all other cat breeds, they may be prone to specific genetically and environmentally affected diseases. Some of the health-related issues of the Sphynx are greasy skin; the cat is sensitive to UV sun exposure, and since they have no fur to protect their body, they suffer from a range of skin problems. They also suffer from heart-related issues, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and hereditary muscle weakness. Among other health-related issues include periodontal gum disorder. Like most other cats, the Sphynx is also susceptible to certain bacterial and fungal infections that might cause parvo, rabies, and distemper. It is essential to monitor your cat and take them to a regular vet visit.

Sphynx can be all by themselves and happy to play, but they also love to have a companion to play with that can be a feline too. Even though they are active by nature, they do not require much exercise. They love to jump, climb and run around in the house, and this trait helps them learn fast. You can always bring home a cat tower or cat tree for your Sphynx to climb on and relax. Bring them plenty of cat toys to keep them busy and channel their energy to avoid being aggressive and destructive. That said, be watchful to your Sphynx as they are mischievous sometimes and may escape to the neighborhood.

Sphynx love to eat, and they possibly need more food than most other cat breeds. Make sure you do not overfeed them. Feed them two times a day into an equal proportion of high-quality cat food. There is a huge range of cat food with dense nutrition, and you can contact us to learn which food works best for your kitty. For Sphynx kittens, feed them 3-4 times a day, depending on their size and metabolism.

Their hairlessness doesn’t mean that they don’t need any grooming. In fact, the Sphynx needs more attention to the skin. Since the Sphynx doesn’t have hair, their skin is directly affected by the environment, resulting in dirty and greasy skin. Trim their nails every month and brush their teeth regularly every week to maintain a clean and healthy breath.