Breeds of cats: Devon Rex

Due to the mutation of one of the genes in Devon Rex cats unusual wool structure: soft, short, curly, practicallydeprived of the so-called ostovogo hair. This it is similar to the Cornish Rex. Initially, these rocks were considered related, but then this hypothesis was refuted. Since the Devonian Rex and Cornish Rex curly hair is caused by a mutation of different genes, as a result of mating the animals of these two breeds, kittens with straight hair are born.

For the first time kittens of the Devon Rex breed were found in 1960 near an abandoned tin mine in Englishcounty of Devonshire. Hence the first half of the breed name. And the second part of the name of the breed Devon Rex (and all the other rex - "curly" cats) are required ... rabbits! Rex is a breed of rabbits with wavy "plush" fur. By analogy, the rex was also called "plush" cats: the Devon Rex breed, the Cornish rex, the Selkirk rex and the German Rex.

The Devon Rex cat breed is verynon-standard appearance, and it's not only and not so much in the unusual structure of wool. The Devon Rex has a wide and flat head with disproportionately large ears and eyes, and the nose is slightly curved upwards. Their big ears are sometimes called "Wings of a butterfly". Antennae are short and strongly curled, like wool, so sometimes it may seem that they have no whiskers at all - although this is not the case.

Devon Rex can boast of graceful addition at medium size. He has a long neck, strong and long paws with round and small pads. Thanks to this Devon Rex can jump to a greater height and distance. Color Devon can be anything, most importantly, that the color of the coat is in harmony with the color of the eyes.

The Devon Rex cat breed is very suitable for home keeping. At first, these cats are less likely to cause allergies than cats of other breeds. And the Devons practically do not molt, so you do not have to sweep the scraps of wool from under the furniture and daily, with frenzy, vacuum the carpet.

Secondly, Devon Rex are very playful and active, like to contact people. In jest they are sometimes called "monkeys incostume of a cat ", because their playful behavior is not characteristic of most cats - independent and as if condescending to a person. Cats of Devon Rex breed are playful at any age and usually as a partner for games prefer someone of one of the family members. They tend to be closer to the owner's face, they like to sit on their necks and climb on their shoulders. Devons give in to training, they can be taught to bring objects and perform tricks.

Cats of the Devon Rex breed can jump to an impressive height, the higher - the better for them. Well, if you can not conquer the summit with one jump, they are looking for any way to get almost to the ceiling - even if this path will be long and hard. But finding them on top of their glory seems to be embarrassing - how else to explain the fact that they are trying to squeeze into the narrowest corners.

Care of Devon Rex cats is easy. Their short coat does not need to be combed,it is enough to smooth her hand daily in the direction of growth. Wash them infrequently, only if the coat becomes too dirty and greasy. For washing, you need to use special shampoos and lotions. Devons quickly get used to the water and are not afraid of it.

Because of the short wool cover, the Devon Rex is eaten a lot to compensate for the lack of protection from the cold. Therefore it is necessary monitor their dietso that they do not starve on the one hand, and on the other - did not begin to suffer from excessive weight.

Great ears of Devon Rex need from time to time carefully clean with cotton swabs. Do not use alcohol, ether or other liquids that can cause irritation, swelling and pain.

Devon Rex is a breed that is perfect for keeping a house, very affectionate and friendly. But Do not start the Devon, if you are not willing to give this sociable cat due attention.