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Devon Rex

Devon Rex Profile

Lifespan: 9-13 Years

Avg height: 25-30cms

Avg weight Female: 2.5-3 kg

Avg weight Male: 3.5-4 kg

Coat type: The Devon Rex has short, curly fur that is soft and fine in texture.

Coat colours and body type: Devon's are a medium-sized cat with a wedge shaped head. They have large pointed ears, high cheekbones, and wide, expressive eyes. Often referred to as 'the pixie cat', the Devon Rex breed is best known for its soft, curly coat. They come in a wide range of colours including white, black, cream, red and brown. 

Grooming required: Medium maintenance, not hypoallergenic

Similar Breeds: Cornish Rex, LaPerm, Selkirk Rex, Sphynx

Devon Rex temperament

This breed is often described as 'impish'. They are intelligent and mischevious and love to explore and climb. Loyal to their owners, you can find Devon's following you around and even perching on your shoulder. They need attention and do not like being left alone for long periods of time. Devon's will happily accept children and other pets. They make a great family pet.

Please be advised the information provided is purely an indicator of breed traits and characteristics and that within some breeds there can be significant variation.