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.
Le saviez-vous ?
- 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.
⚡ Faits en bref
Taille
Moyen
Poids
6-12 lbs (3-5.5 kg)
Espérance de vie
14-15 years
Niveau d'énergie
Moyen
Adapté aux enfants
Oui
Adapté à l'appartement
Oui
💖 Personnalité et comportement
Patient, affectionate, and tolerant - good with kids and other pets.
🍖 Alimentation et friandises
Balanced cat diet; their build means watching portion size.
⚠️ Informations générales uniquement — pour des besoins alimentaires spécifiques, consultez un vétérinaire.
🧶 Jeux et activités
Jeux et activités favoris:
- Wand toys
- Soft toys
- Bird-watching
Moderate exercise needs; happy with companion play.
🏡 Cadre de vie
Adaptable to most homes; appreciates a calm environment.
✨ Anecdotes
- 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.