Devon Rex Kittens
The Devon Rex is a very distinctive breed of cat with a somewhat strange appearance and loving temperament. The breed stands out from the others due its unique curly coat, huge ears and wispy tail. These highly intelligent felines will be your friends for life if you treat them well and will give you all the affection you need.
Devon Rex History
While the origin of many cat breeds is unknown, the arrival of the Devon Rex is one that can be traced because it is such a new breed. The first Devon Rex was born in 1960 and came from a cross between a curly coated male and a straight haired female in Devonshire, England. The dark brown kitten was named Kirlee due to the curly coat he inherited from his father. It is thought that Kirlee's parents might have been related because the recessive gene that causes the coat to curl would have had to be passed on from both parents.
Originally they thought he might be related to the Cornish Rex due to the similarities in appearance such as the body shape, ears and short ruffled coat. However, after a number of attempts by breeders to recreate the Devon Rex by crossing with the Cornish Rex it was obvious they were not related.
Devon Rex Appearance
The Devon Rex is a unique looking cat with large eyes, large ears and a slender body. They only need grooming very occasionally because they maintain their own coats very well. The Devon Rex has all three hair types; guard, awn and down however hairs can break frequently leaving small bald patched amongst the coat. These usually grow back in the spring time.
The coat is distributed unevenly on the Devon Rex; the thickest areas of fur are on the back, legs, paws, sides, tail, face area and ears. The under sections such as the chest and stomach are covered in a much finer fur that almost appears bald. The texture of this fur should be lovely and soft to touch. The coat can be any colour and should be rippled with the appearance of curls.
Devon Rex Character and Temperament
Devon Rex fanciers love this breed not only for their unique appearance but for their wonderful personalities. The Devon Rex is an extremely loving breed who will want to be involved in whatever you're doing, all of the time. They will want to be near you whenever you are home, will often snuggle up in bed with you and then wake you up in the morning with a loving head butt or purr.
Not only are they extremely affectionate and playful, they are also very intelligent felines and like lots of energetic activity. If you are away from home often then a Devon Rex probably isn't the best breed for you as they are not very independent and will miss you terribly. They get on reasonably with other pets and children but not as well as some other breeds.
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Devon Rex Lifespan
Between 9 and 15 years typically.
Average Litter Size
About 5 kittens.
Devon Rex Recognition
User Comments
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I have 2 of these cats as my third just died suddenly at the age of 10. They are the BEST cats, especially for those non-cat lovers. They are more like dogs...very dependent on you so don't get one if you plan to leave it alone!
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i have a 6 month old devon girl named Flower. Even the 'cat haters' in my family can't help but love her. She is the most hilarious cat and so cuddly. Her favourite thing to do is catch and eat flies, and she loves to sit right in front of the computer screen when ever someone uses it. Flower lights up my life :)
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I have a himalayn cat and i was thinking of buying a devon rex but heres the funny thing when i recently bought my other cat she was upstairs for 2 days with no food she was angrey.
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I have 3 Sphynx cats and would like a Devon Rex kitten. I'm told they are very similar, does anybody know if they would get on? :-)
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Just had to have my 19 year old rex put to sleep. Can't believe how much I miss her. She's been part of my life longer than the husband and kids!
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They r great cats for people allergic 2 cats :D
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i dont like them
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i am owner(or owned!) of a 1 year male devon,he is a whirlwind.he can be fast asleep one minute,and full of energy the next.dont let them get away with too much-spare the rod spoil the child as it were!i have 4 other cats 2 manx 2 moggies and he loves all of them.
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Have two on my way to getting another...or 2 others. Can't imagine life without them. They never fail to make me laugh.
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We have a little devon rex as I'm allergic to most other breds. He follows us about and demands attention and food. He loves to be picked up and carried about preferably on our shoulders. We have to monitor his diet as he does react to certain foods but he is really lovely. A very important member of your family!
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I lost my 12yr old devon earlier this year. I miss his talks with me and our cuddles at bed time and any other time I would have a sleep. Desperate for another,though no one could take his place.
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Have just lost my rex after 15yrs, he certainly spun our world around with his antics and demands, my little gremlin that someone fed after midnight.
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I've had three different pedigree cats in my life but have always had a yearning for another Deven.My 6oth birthday present two years ago was a beautiful Devon boy I now have seven Devons four babies born in August to my little girl..Its a dream come true. Brimley at the moment is sitting on top of the monitor and wondering if he can reach the shelf from there. Yes! he can
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These cats NEVER stop! Right now, my Devon kitten has found a battery and is trying to simultaneously push it further under a rug and get it out. She's actually trying to move the rug with her teeth! But when she's affectionate, there's no lovelier cat in the world; the non-stop purring, curl in your lap, pat-me-or-I'll-make-you kind of cat. Might I suggest that if you can't pay these cats 24 hour attention, get two, and buy some earmuffs so you can sleep!
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Used to have one. This cat would spin your world around itself. Everlasting entertainment and purr. No shredding monkey with huge love, big brain and great sense of humor. Don't leave him alone. It would die without you. Likes watching TV with you and fond of any eatable stuff. Great jumper. Favorite spot - your shoulders.
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sexy sexy lol how cute