Sphynx Cat Breed Profile

Sphynx History
There are many events throughout the history of cat fur. Today modern Sphynx started in Toronto, Canada in 1966 with the birth of cat fur. For some cat hair in the 1970s more were born. After this time the breed was developed mainly in Europe.

Sphynx Suitability

Sphynx suitable for active households because they want attention man. Sphynx are very active and loves the limelight, they are not suitable for people wanting a quiet docile cat.

Because of the unique characteristics they do require special care, including regular weekly bathing, trimming nails and cleaning ears, nose and eyes.
Because without hair on the Sphynx also always need extra heating during the cold months. This can usually be achieved through the use of heat mats or near the fireplace (depending on your extreme temperatures).

Sphynx Appearance

Sphynx cats and kittens are not totally hairless as they have a peach fuzz over much of their body. Their coat is often described as a warm chamois. For this reason many owners describe them as their living hot water bottle.
Sphynx have normal cat proportions. However as they lack fur their ears are more pronounced and their tail is often described as a rats tail.

Sphynx Colours

They come in all the usual colour varieties including, tortoiseshell, chocolate, black, blue, lilac, chocolate etc.


Sphynx Temperament

They have a friendly disposition and are very sociable with other people and pets. Sphynx are very intelligent and can be taught to walk on a lead and respond to voice commands. They are often described as the most intelligent and affectionate of all cat breeds.

Are Sphynx hypoallergenic?

It is often a misconception that Sphynx are hypoallergenic because of their lack of hair. It all depends on whether the person is allergic to the hair or the cat’s saliva. Sphynx maybe suitable for people who are allergic to cats hair. However, if the person is allergic to the saliva then a Sphynx is likely to produce the same reaction.