Cat profile

Cornish Rex

The Cornish Rex wears only a soft, plush down coat in tight waves over a greyhound-like body, and keeps a kittenish, outgoing personality for life.

Care profile

Household fit and daily care

Household fit

Cornish Rex is a small-medium breed with Moderate care needs. Judge fit by space, children, experience and other pets rather than looks.

Apartment Vertical space and daily play matter more than floor area.
Children Teach gentle handling and supervise early interactions.
First-time owner Read the breed's health and grooming needs before deciding.
Other pets Introduce slowly with separate resources.

Daily care

Brush weekly and increase during shedding season.
Trim nails every 2-4 weeks and check ears and teeth weekly.
One litter box per cat plus one; scoop daily.
Provide vertical space and short daily play sessions.

Health watch

Patellar luxation
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)
Congenital hypotrichosis
Annual wellness exam and weight trend tracking
Dental check and parasite prevention on schedule

Time and cost

Reference monthly cost: CNY 300-800. Include food, litter, parasite prevention, grooming and a vet reserve.

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Overview

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Cornish Rex are slender with an arched back, long legs, an egg-shaped head and large ears. The coat consists of down hair only, forming tight velvet-like waves. Adults weigh about 2.5-4.5 kg.

They are extroverted, active and endlessly curious, retaining kitten-like playfulness into adulthood, enjoying fetch and constant interaction. They do poorly with long periods alone.

The coat sheds little but offers poor insulation, so keep them warm. Skin and ears get oily and need regular wiping. Known issues include patellar luxation, HCM and congenital hypotrichosis in some lines.

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FAQ

Owner questions

Is the Cornish Rex the same as the Devon Rex?

No. Their curl genes differ and crossing them produces straight-coated offspring. Cornish have only a down layer and a finer build; Devons have slightly more coat and a shorter, broader face.

Is Cornish Rex good for apartments?

Yes if vertical space, scratching and daily play are provided; floor area alone is not the deciding factor.

How much does Cornish Rex cost monthly?

Reference CNY 300-800 per month including food, litter, prevention and grooming; veterinary care is extra.

How much grooming does Cornish Rex need?

Daily brushing for longhair breeds and weekly for shorthair, plus nails, ears and teeth.