Selkirk Rex
Discovered in Montana in 1987 from a single curly-coated kitten. The Selkirk Rex has a natural curly coat caused by a dominant gene and exists in both shorthair and longhair varieties.
¿Sabías que…?
- The curl gene is dominant - so half their kittens come out curly.
- Even their whiskers are curly.
- Named after the Selkirk Mountains in the US.
- Comes in both long and short hair.
- Has been outcrossed with Persians, Exotics, and British Shorthairs.
⚡ Datos rápidos
Tamaño
Mediano
Peso
6-12 lbs (3-5.5 kg)
Esperanza de vida
14-15 years
Nivel de energía
Medio
Bueno con niños
Sí
Apto para piso
Sí
💖 Personalidad y comportamiento
Patient, affectionate, and tolerant - good with kids and other pets.
🍖 Comida y premios
Balanced cat diet; their build means watching portion size.
⚠️ Información general — para necesidades alimentarias específicas, consulta a un veterinario.
🧶 Juego y actividades
Juegos y actividades favoritos:
- Wand toys
- Soft toys
- Bird-watching
Moderate exercise needs; happy with companion play.
🏡 Entorno de vida
Adaptable to most homes; appreciates a calm environment.
✨ Curiosidades
- The curl gene is dominant - so half their kittens come out curly.
- Even their whiskers are curly.
- Named after the Selkirk Mountains in the US.
- Comes in both long and short hair.
- Has been outcrossed with Persians, Exotics, and British Shorthairs.