How difficult is it to care for the of the Traditional Sphynx?

Care for sphynx cat

If you are hypoallergenic the Traditional Sphynx may be a good choice for a pet friend. However, depending on the severity or type of a persons allergic reactions, some people still can’t live with this breed. The Traditional Sphynx differs from other cats because they don’t have hair to absorb the oil the skin produces. Their dander, which is the usual cause for allergies, tends to remain on the skin rather than floating freely. The Traditional Sphynx needs to be bathed periodically with mild shampoo made for cats every so often, which washes the dander, oil and dust away. It is not difficult with cats who have been acclimated to being bathed since kittenhood. Read the story »

Sphynx Cats Unusual Breed

Unusual Breed

The Sphynx cat has to be the most unusual breed in existence, as, unlike other cats, the Sphynx is hairless. The Sphynx is said to be named so because early breeders felt that there was a similarity between their cats and the Egyptian cat sculptures in the British Museum and the Louvre. The Sphynx is also known as the Canadian Hairless Cat. First bred in Canada, the Sphynx cat originated from a mutant hairless kitten that was born in a litter of shorthaired cats in 1966.
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General information about Sphynx cats.

Litter Of Sphynx Kittens

The Sphynx is not always totally hairless; there can be a fine down on the body, which makes thecat feel like a warm peach. Some light hair is often present on the nose, tail and toes. The texture of the Sphynx skin has been compared to a suede covered hot water bottle or a heated chamois. Read the story »