SELKIRK
REX
Exquisitely plush with cascades of colourful curls, the
Selkirk rex is perfect if you like the permed look. From the
moment they are born, curly kittens can be distinguished
from their straight haired littermates by their curly
whiskers. As they grow, the curl varies, but is always
there. Currently there are not many curly pets available -
most curly cats, especially females, are in breeding
programs. Males are usually more readily available and make
wonderful, affectionate pets.
Description
Unlike
Cornish or Devon Rexes, Selkirk Rexes have heavy bone
structures. They have huge paws, thick tails, and full
cheeks. The medium to large body is well balanced with a
muscular torso and a straight back that rises slightly
toward the hindquarters. The tail is medium length and heavy
at the base. The Selkirk's
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head
is round, broad and full-cheeked with round underlying bone
structure. Well-padded whisker pads give the muzzle a square
appearance. The medium-sized, tapering ears are broad at the base and
set well apart on the head. Large, rounded eyes, set well
apart, give the cat an alert, inquisitive expression. Their
noses have a distinct curve. Selkirks have
medium-length, thick coats, which is why they're often
referred to the cat in sheep's clothing. Their curls
are thick and loose especially around the head and tails.
Their whiskers are curly too. The Selkirk comes in both
shorthair and longhair varieties, and considerable
difference exists between the two. The coat of the
shorthaired Selkirk is plush, medium in length, and curls
over the entire body. In the longhair, the dense, semi-long
coat hangs in loose individual ringlets and has a more
dramatic look - you can't miss those curly locks. The curls
are particularly prominent around the neck and on the tail.
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hair
lengths, the fur is soft and dense. The Selkirk Rex is
accepted in all colours and patterns, including
colourpoint.The breed
is often referred to as the cat in sheep's clothing, and
they are like furry lambs with sweet, loving personalities.
Characteristics and Temperament
One first
may be attracted to the Selkirk's cute, curly exterior, but
these cats also make champion companions. They are curious,
tolerant, extremely sociable cats that enjoy spending time
with their preferred persons.
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