Cat profile

German Rex

The German Rex arose from a natural curl mutation in postwar Berlin, wearing a velvet-soft curly coat; it is a rare rex breed.

Care profile

Household fit and daily care

Household fit

German Rex is a medium breed with Low 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

Obesity
Oily skin
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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German Rex are medium and well-proportioned with a short, soft curly coat lacking coarse guard hairs and curled whiskers, resembling the Cornish Rex but genetically distinct. Adults weigh about 2.5-4.5 kg.

They are gentle, friendly, lively and intelligent, devoted to family, sociable and well adapted to apartment life.

Brush lightly weekly and watch skin and ear oil. The breed is rare with few breeders and limited long-term data; existing records suggest general health. Prioritize breeder health management.

图片来源：Wikimedia Commons（https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:German_Rex_Emi.jpg），Public domain，作者 I. Jänicke。

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FAQ

Owner questions

Is it the same as the Cornish Rex?

Similar in looks but different in origin: the German Rex traces to an independent 1940s Berlin mutation, with historic exchange with Cornish lines, and is now a separately recognized rare breed.

Is German 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 German Rex cost monthly?

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

How much grooming does German Rex need?

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