Cornish Rex
Description
This is a confident cat who loves people and will follow them around, waiting for any opportunity to sit in a lap or give a kiss. He enjoys being handled, making it easy to take him to the veterinarian or train him for therapy work. The Cornish Rex stay in kitten mode most of their lives and well into their senior years.
Personality
The Cornish Rex is known for being very affectionate, highly energetic, highly intelligent, quiet, great with children, gets along well with dogs, very adaptable, sociable, low-maintenance grooming, low shedding. Their temperament is described as: Affectionate, Intelligent, Active, Curious, Playful.
Care Requirements
This breed has relatively low grooming needs (1/5). As a high-energy breed, they need plenty of interactive play and enrichment. They have high social needs and prefer not to be left alone for long periods. This breed is generally healthy with few breed-specific concerns.
Suitable For:
- Apartment living
- Families with children
- Homes with dogs
- Active owners who enjoy interactive play
- People looking for a companionable cat
- Owners who are home often
- Owners who prefer low-maintenance pets
- Owners who enjoy training and puzzle toys
Not Suitable For:
- Owners who are away from home for long periods
- People looking for a very calm, low-energy cat
Physical Characteristics
The Cornish Rex weighs between 5-9 lbs (2-4 kg). This breed has a distinctive curly or wavy rex coat.
Weight
5 - 9 lbs
Origin
United Kingdom
Life Expectancy
11 - 14 years
Breed Profile
Breed Characteristics
Maintenance Requirements
Breeds Similar to Cornish Rex
Based on temperament, size, and care requirements, these cat breeds share similar characteristics:
Frequently Asked Questions
Fun Facts
The Cornish Rex originates from United Kingdom.
They are known for being affectionate, intelligent, active, curious, playful.
The Cornish Rex is considered hypoallergenic.
Their lifespan is typically 11 to 14 years.