Cornish Rex
- Lifespan
- 9–13 years[7]
Temperament
Active, Affectionate
[1]Background
The breed traces to a curly-coated kitten born in Cornwall, England, in 1950. It is distinct from the Devon Rex.
[1]Appearance
The short coat has close waves and lacks the usual guard hairs. An arched back, slender body and large high-set ears are characteristic.
[1]Coat and comparisons
The egg-shaped head and prominent nose differ from the Devon Rex’s broader cheekbones and lower ears. Rex refers to coat characteristics.
[1]Colours and patterns in the ACFA standard
In the ACFA standard: All ACFA-recognized registered colors and patterns are accepted. “And white” combinations have no proportion or combination restrictions.
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