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CLEAR ALLSelkirk Rex are laid-back, relaxed felines that look like soft, cuddly stuffed toys you just want to pick up and cuddle. One of the “rexed” breeds, these cats have a tousled shamble to their thick coats that make them look as though they are having a bad hair day. They are sometimes called the “cat in sheep's clothing”.
The gentle Selkirk Rex can bring a smile to everyone’s face and a warmth to the heart. These medium-sized, plush-coated felines may have solid bodies but they will melt in your arms when you pick them up for a quick cuddle.
The Short Haired Selkirk Rex has a thick, plush curl comparable to a teddy bear’s, while their longhair counterpart has a tousled look like a woolly sheep. Laid-back and relaxed, they boast the adorable appearance of a soft, cute stuffed toy. This cat breed makes an excellent family pet and gets along great with children.
Selkirk Rex are laid-back, relaxed felines that look like soft, cuddly stuffed toys you just want to pick up and cuddle. One of the “rexed” breeds, these cats have a tousled shamble to their thick coats that make them look as though they are having a bad hair day. They are sometimes called the “cat in sheep's clothing”.
The gentle Selkirk Rex can bring a smile to everyone’s face and a warmth to the heart. These medium-sized, plush-coated felines may have solid bodies but they will melt in your arms when you pick them up for a quick cuddle.
The Short Haired Selkirk Rex has a thick, plush curl comparable to a teddy bear’s, while their longhair counterpart has a tousled look like a woolly sheep. Laid-back and relaxed, they boast the adorable appearance of a soft, cute stuffed toy. This cat breed makes an excellent family pet and gets along great with children.
The Selkirk Rex Shorthair is a medium to large cat with a solid build, similar to their ancestor, the British Shorthair. As their fur is relatively short, you can see their rectangular shape and muscular form. Their stocky legs stand on large, round paws and have a thick, fluffy tail. Once fully grown, they will be between 10 and 15 pounds.
Their heads are very round, as are their eyes, which can be any colour. Their ears are medium size and set fairly wide apart. However, the most unique facial feature of a Selkirk Rex Shorthair is their curly whiskers. These are caused by the same gene abnormality that causes their hair to form tight curls.
Selkirk Rex Shorthairs can be any colour or pattern. Their short, double coat is thick but feels soft and subtle. Shorthaired Selkirk Rexes tend to have tighter curls than the long-haired variants, which have looser ringlets. What’s more, the tail and neck often appear curlier than the rest of the body.
Interestingly, the curliness of their coat can change over time. Like humans, the climate affects the frizziness of it, and so does their age. They will be born with loose waves, but as teenagers, their fur becomes straighter before re-curling as an adult. Surpingsly, their coat requires very little grooming. It’s best to comb it rather than brushing it, and once or twice a week is sufficient.
Various breeds are used to create the Selkirk Rex Shorthair, such as American Shorthairs, Persians, Himalayans, Exotic Shorthairs, and British Shorthairs. Each Selkirk’s exact temperament will depend on who their ancestors are. In general, though, they are known to be a very loving and affectionate breed.
They love to cuddle and play with their owners and are laid-back enough to make fantastic lapcats. Many will play in a very quirky way, especially when chasing their toys around. They are super curious and love to climb to explore every part of the house.
These good-natured kitties are so easy to get along with, and they get on with everyone, too. However, they need plenty of social interaction, so be prepared to have a fluffy follower during the day and snuggle buddy in the evening.
The Selkirk Rex is also a very intelligent cat, especially in an emotional sense. Their bonds with their owners can be so deep that they are in tune with their emotions and know when they feel sad or stressed.
Being social butterflies, the best home for a Selkirk Rex is one where they get regular attention. They make great pets for young families as they do so well around children. In fact, these kitties are known to become lifelong friends with kids, thanks to their patience and tolerance.
Alternatively, a Selkirk Rex would do well with seniors who are retired and are at home often. While they are playful, they don’t have extremely high energy levels, so they are not too much to handle.
If you and all household members work during the day, having a furry friend for your kitty is advisable. Another cat or even a dog can meet the social needs of a Selkirk Rex, and they quickly accept other animals in the home, too.
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