Sphinx

Table of Contents

• Sfenks Kedilerinin Fiziksel Özellikleri
• Sphinx General Care
• Sphinx Physical Features
• Sphinx General Features
• Sphinx History
• Sphinx Personality and Character Traits
• Sphinx Physical Features
• Did You Know These?

Sphinx General Care

Sphinx Feather Care

Just because a Sphinx cat is hairless doesn't mean it needs less care. In fact, the opposite is true. Cat hair absorbs and separates sebaceous secretions. In the absence of hair, your cat's skin can become oily, dirty and even smelly. Sphinxes need bathing at least once a week, regular ear cleaning and nail trimming. The vet should be asked which soap or shampoo should be used for sphinxes, which are also very sensitive to fleas. Cleaning products that dry the skin should not be preferred.
 

Sphinx Exercise

Sphinx cats are energetic, curious and playful. Being active and intelligent, they often need mental and physical exercise.
 

Sphinx Health

Sphinx cats are generally healthy cats, with an average life expectancy of 9-15 years. However, like all breeds, they are prone to certain health problems. HCM, or hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, is the most common heart disease in cats, and sphinx cats can also be affected.
 
Among the common health problems diagnosed in sphinx cats;
 

• Muscle weaknesses
• Dental disease
• Oily skin problems
• Heart problems are found.

Sphinx Nutrition

Sphinx cats have a big appetite and a large stomach. Since they eat more than most cats, their weight should be checked frequently. You and your veterinarian can decide how often and how you should feed your Sphinx.

Sphinx Physical Features

• Wide chest
• Round abdomen
• Hairless
• Movable
• Slant-eyed
• Big ears

Sphinx General Features

 
Sphinxes are known for their hairless skin, muscular bodies, slanted eyes and friendly character. They are named after the famous statue of the Great Sphinx in Ancient Egypt, but this breed has no direct connection to Ancient Egypt. Sphinx cats are people-loving, playful and often very energetic. For this reason, they are often said to behave like dogs because they can be very loyal to their owners and often like to be involved in household activities.

Sphinx History

Sphinx cats are a fairly new cat breed originating from Canada. They originated in the late 1960s as a result of a natural genetic mutation in a hairless house cat. In 1966, a house cat in Ontario, Canada, gave birth to a hairless male kitten, and a teacher who adopted the kitten and the geneticist who bred the cat decided to breed this hairless cat breed. To create a new breed, these hairless cats are often crossed with other breeds, such as short-haired American and European cats, causing the gene pool to expand.

Sphinx Personality and Character Traits

Sphinx cats are a popular breed because they are intelligent, sociable and energetic. Some of the personality and character traits that make Sphinx cats special are as follows:

• Sphinx cats usually get along very well with people and other pets. They seek attention from their owners and love to be loved. They are friendly to strangers.
• Sphinx cats are highly energetic and usually have high activity levels. They love to play with toys, run and jump.
• They are highly intelligent and learn new things quickly.

Sphinx Physical Features

Sphinx cats are very striking with their naked and wrinkled appearance, large ears and muscular build. Sphinx cats are usually medium-sized and have a muscular and athletic build. Their legs are long and strong and their tails are usually long and thin.

Did You Know These?

• Although Sphinx cats appear to be completely hairless, they have a very thin, almost invisible layer of hair on their skin.
• Sphinx cats are usually very friendly and energetic. They are known as social butterflies and usually get along very well with people and other pets.
• The hairless skin of Sphinx cats makes them more susceptible to sunburn and cold. This is why they are often known as indoor cats.
• Due to their hairlessness, they love warmth. Cold air and even normal room temperature can be a bit cold for them. For this reason, they are often found near heat sources or curled up under blankets.
• Sphinx cats can have a range of colors and patterns based on skin pigmentation. These colors and patterns are clearly visible on the skin of a Sphinx cat.