Cornish Rex

Cornish Rex

United Kingdom

This is a confident cat who loves people and will follow them around, waiting for any opportunity to sit in a lap or give a kiss. He enjoys being handled, making it easy to take him to the veterinarian or train him for therapy work. The Cornish Rex stay in kitten mode most of their lives and well into their senior years.

Temperament
Affectionate, Intelligent, Active, Curious, Playful
Life Span
11 - 14 years
Weight
2 - 4 kg
Affection
5
Energy
5
Intelligence
5
Child Friendly
4
Dog Friendly
5
Grooming
1
Shedding
1
Social Needs
5
Stranger Friendly
3

Perfect for

Affectionate
Kid-friendly
Pet-friendly
First-time owners

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Low-maintenance coat
  • Very sweet and affectionate
  • Highly intelligent

Cons

  • Suffers when left alone

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