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.
Lo sapevi?
- 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.
⚡ In breve
Taglia
Medio
Peso
6-12 lbs (3-5.5 kg)
Aspettativa di vita
14-15 years
Livello di energia
Medio
Adatto ai bambini
Sì
Adatto all'appartamento
Sì
💖 Personalità e comportamento
Patient, affectionate, and tolerant - good with kids and other pets.
🍖 Cibo e premi
Balanced cat diet; their build means watching portion size.
⚠️ Informazioni generali — per esigenze alimentari specifiche, consulta un veterinario.
🧶 Gioco e attività
Giochi e attività preferiti:
- Wand toys
- Soft toys
- Bird-watching
Moderate exercise needs; happy with companion play.
🏡 Ambiente di vita
Adaptable to most homes; appreciates a calm environment.
✨ Curiosità
- 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.