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The Devon Rex Cat
  History | Appearance | Personality

History of the Devon Rex Cat

The Devon Rex is an unusual and exotic cat breed that originated in the 1960s when a single kitten exhibited a spontaneous mutation: the kitten had a curly coat and a pixie-like appearance. In consequent years , the Devon Rex was cross-bred with the American Shorthair in order to expand its gene pool without losing its unique appearance.

The Devon Rex has a small to medium-sized body frame but is well-muscled. Although it is a small animal it can be quite heavy. Its face looks much like an elf, but full cheeked with prominent whisker pads.  Giving it a pixie-like appearance is its large ears that are wide and set very low on the sides of its head.  Its oval eyes are large and set wide apart toward the outer edge of its ears.  Since its fur coat is sparse, the Devon Rex will feel very warm sitting on your lap.  Its coat can be said to have a "rippling effect".

The personality of the Devon Rex Cat can be described as affectionate. They mature rapidly and from the time they are kittens are strong and extremely mobile.

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Devon Rex
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 The Devon Rex is in danger of becoming a "lame cat" and its breeding lines are being monitored around the world to eliminate this potential health hazard.

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