The
Californian Rex is the mid-long-haired variety of the Cornish Rex. Just like
the latter, this cat is covered with a notched coat and has a body with a fine
bone structure and dry muscles. The appearance of the Californian Rex, which is
a rare cat, is as elegant as it is athletic. It is also an excellent companion,
affectionate, and requires a lot of attention.
Size : 30
cm
Weight: 3
kg to 5 kg
Hair :
medium-long
Color : all
Life
expectancy: 20 years
Gestation
period: 63 to 66 days
Description
and characteristics of the Californian Rex
The
Californian Rex, like the Cornish Rex of which it is a variety, has a body with
a light look easily recognizable. It is particularly graceful. Its head is
longer than broad. It is a cat with a long body, with a fine bone structure and
full of muscle. His back is arched like that of a greyhound and he has high and
muscular legs.
The
Californian Rex has a particular gait as if he was standing on spikes, like a
dancer. The eyes of the Californian Rex are spaced between them and located
slightly at an angle. His large cone-shaped ears are placed high on his head.
He has a long tail with the appearance of a whip, covered with a notched hair,
like the rest of his coat.
The only
difference with the Cornish Rex is its longer hair, except on its legs and head
where its hair is shorter. The latter is silky and forms like waves on his
body. It has long and supple whiskers. His coat can be of all colors, plain,
tiger or striped.
Origin
of the Californian Rex
As its name
suggests, the Californian Rex originated in California in the United States
where it appeared quite recently, in 1960. It is a relatively rare cat that is
recognized by the Official Book of Feline Origins (LOOF) as a "new
breed".
Character
and behavior of the Californian Rex - Who is it for?
The
Californian Rex is a lively and playful indoor cat. He gets along especially
well with children, with whom he loves to play. It is a cat that is well suited
for people who appreciate energetic but also talkative animals, as is the case
with the Californian Rex who is very meowy.
How to take
care of your Californian Rex: his needs
The
Californian Rex fears the cold. It is therefore preferable to protect it and
not to let it out when the temperatures are too low. In the same way, in a
home, it is important to make sure that it is not exposed to drafts.
In terms of
maintenance, the Californian Rex does not require special care. A brushing once
a week is enough to preserve the beauty of its dress.
The food
of the Californian Rex
The
Californian Rex does not require a specific diet. As for all cats, it must be
of good quality, varied and above all adapted to its age, its state of health
and its physical exercise.
The
health of the Californian Rex
Given its
relatively recent appearance, there is not enough hindsight to adequately
describe the health of the Californian Rex. Nevertheless, it does not seem to
be subject to hereditary diseases specific to its race. In any case, in spite
of his thin and frail appearance, his health seems very robust.
Price of
a Californian Rex kitten
The price
of a Californian Rex kitten will depend on sex, pedigree of the parents,
conformity to breed standards, etc.
Price of a
female Californian Rex :